Extrusion press operator job description

BE PART OF THE SHAPE FAMILY

We are thinkers, believers and doers.At Shape, we don't see the norm as our limit; we look at it as our opportunity to push limits and tradition.A chance to bring something new to our customers, team members and communities.When seemingly impossible challenges arise, we look to the core of the problem, and create solutions others believe can't be done.

JOIN OUR GROWING ALUMINUM CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

As a full service, tier-one automotive and industrial component supplier in the Greater Dayton/Cincinnati area focusing on lightweighting of body structures our business is expanding. This year we are building a new facility to support our increasing portfolio of tight-tolerance aluminum extrusion business. With extensive growth planned in the near future, the opportunities are limitless!

Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following:

Follow all extrusion press standards, including
Preparation of extrusion tooling
Operation of cranes and forklifts
Extrusion tooling change overs
Quality inspections
Continuously assess operation and make changes to various measures such as billet temperature, billet lengths and speeds, to keep consistent product extrusion
Proactively facilitate continuous improvement activities with the goal of waste elimination and improved performance of the team.
Proactively facilitate continuous improvement activities with the goal of waste elimination and improved performance of the team.
Address team member questions concern while fostering a positive team-oriented environment.
Demonstrate understanding of lean manufacturing principles and capabilities.
Provide regular and unbiased input to the Supervisor/Manager on the productivity and performance of team members.
Evaluate completion and accuracy of required forms.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding and proficiency in the use of the Plex system.
Provide continuity of information between shifts.
Manage Ovens for all dies scheduled for future runs, ensuring temperature is correct and maintained
Responsible for dies as they are prepared for production runs, during instillation, and while running production
Periodically running the extrusion press, including monitoring billet temperature, pressure, speed, and quench rates
Responsible to ensure right alloys are running for correct process.
Troubleshoot, isolate, and repair where possible, any issues that arise from operations
Responsible for ensuring quality parts are produced by conducting visual and gauge inspection of parts produced by an extrusion press.
Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.
Requirements:

Requirements:

Effective problem solving skills
Good communication skills
Basic computer skills
Basic understanding of GD&T
Ability to read and understand dimensional prints
Ability to use inspection equipment like calipers micrometers and specialized gauges
Basic mathematic skills including converting measurements to and from metric to standard
Ability to manage time efficiently
Ability to work as an effective member of a team

Preferred Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent
2 years extrusion press experience, preferred
3 years Tool and Die experience, preferred