Extrusion Support ( 2nd Shift)

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished. - 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 - Exhibit active leadership in order to model and support the company’s vision and strategies - Set up and run equipment safely and efficiently in order to maximize output while meeting customer quality requirements - Accurately and efficiently fulfill customer orders: Packing - Review manufacturing orders in order to verify internal and external customer specifications - Ensure all quality practices are being followed - Perform inspections of aluminum extrusion orders after the material has exited the age oven - Check the hardness and temper of each alloy - Package orders based on customer specifications (customer pack prints) - Load trailers based on customer specifications (customer pack prints) as needed - Meet delivery schedules to ensure customer service and satisfaction based on updated shipping board Fabrication - Set up and run cutting equipment in order to make modifications to aluminum parts - Inspect the parts as required to ensure the parts meet customer quality specifications - Ensure proper deburring, in order to guarantee that no burrs or sharp edges are on any parts - Inspect the parts to ensure that no nylon residue is left on the parts after running through the equipment - Perform general machine maintenance as necessary to keep equipment in a well maintained condition - Document process information using set-up sheets and/or manufacturing orders - Monitor and make correct process changes for packing the product or changing rates - Provide suggestions and continuous improvements ideas to help better processes and procedures - Distribute baskets to and from extrusion press lines - Provide extrusion press support if needed - Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S system (standardize, sustain, sort, set in order and shine) - Continually support and improve the department’s key measures **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** Education: - High School diploma or equivalent degree Experience: - 1+ years of manufacturing experience preferred Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) - Ability to recognize safety concerns - Knowledgeable in company-wide computer systems and programs - Ability to utilize the proper inspection equipment per designated cell area - A highly motivated self-starter - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Strong coordination and judgment skills - Basic math skills - Ability to detect minor defects in the finish of the product - Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts according to customer specifications - Ability to properly use appropriate measuring tools - Knowledge of the age cycle and the effect it has on the material - Knowledge of the performance measures of the department and company - Teamwork - Ability to take part in additional training i.e. Extrusion 101 **EQUIPMENT USED** - Office Equipment (computer, phone, printer, scanner, copier and fax machine) - Basket Lifts - Calipers - Deburring Machines - Forklifts - Hand Tools - Hydraulic Carts - Label Machine - Overhead Crane - Pallet Lifts - Portable Lifts - Saws - Shrink Wrapper - Tape Measure - Tractor Trailer