Extrusion Press Operator Indianapolis, IN
About The Position
This position is responsible for safely operating the extrusion press in order to produce aluminum extruded shapes that meet customer specifications, and for participating in 5S initiatives in the extrusion press area. The operator will ensure that safety is always the number one priority, promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines. They will set up and run equipment safely and efficiently to maximize output while meeting customer quality requirements, and support the company’s key corporate values, objectives and strategies. The role involves cross-training in as many functions in the department as possible, understanding and verifying manufacturing orders to identify internal and customer specifications, and conducting all processes and procedures in accordance with department key measures. The operator must ensure all quality practices are being followed accurately and efficiently, keep the work area clean and orderly using the 5S system, and meet delivery schedules to ensure customer service and satisfaction. They will efficiently operate the extrusion press to maximize processes and operations, analyze and monitor extrusion process data per the process control plan and extrusion process sheets, and use log calculation to make billet adjustments. The role includes setting up and modifying extrusion process sheets, properly taking and inspecting samples at all operations of the press cell according to customer required surface finish and tolerances, and making changes to the press schedule as necessary. General machine maintenance will be performed as needed to keep equipment in good condition. Other duties include performing all other related assignments as required in a professional and cooperative manner.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent degree
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience required
- Basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and production/inventory systems)
- Ability to recognize safety concerns
- Ability to utilize the proper inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and other measurement tools
- Basic math skills
- Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts and surface finish according to customer specifications
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment
- Ability to perform and assist with preventive maintenance
- Ability to properly identify materials
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective problem solving skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Complete understanding of the age cycle and the effect it has on the material
- Ability to use the overhead cranes and lift trucks
- Understand all processes occurring before and after extrusion
- Understand dedicated customer expectations in regards to on-time delivery and quality
Responsibilities
- Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines
- Set up and run equipment safely and efficiently in order to maximize output while meeting customer quality requirements
- Support the company’s key corporate values, objectives and strategies
- Cross-train in as many functions in the department as possible
- Understand and verify manufacturing orders in order to identify internal and customer specifications
- Conduct all processes and procedures in accordance with department key measures
- Ensure all quality practices are being followed accurately and efficiently
- Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S system (standardize, sustain, sort, set in order and shine)
- Meet delivery schedules to ensure customer service and satisfaction
- Efficiently operate the extrusion press in order to maximize processes and operations
- Analyze and monitor extrusion process data per process control plan and extrusion process sheets
- Use log calculation to make billet adjustments
- Set up and modify extrusion process sheets
- Properly take and inspect samples at all operations of press cell according to customer required surface finish and tolerances
- Make changes to the press schedule as necessary
- Perform general machine maintenance as necessary to keep equipment in a well maintained condition
- Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
