Founded in 1855, Samuel, Son & Co., Limited, is a family-owned integrated network of metal manufacturing, processing and distribution divisions. Samuel employees provide metals, industrial products and related value-added services from locations across North America.
The company leverages its industry expertise, breadth of experience and the passion of its people to help drive success for North American business – one customer at a time. For more information visit samuel.com.
The Head Stretcher Operator is responsible for operating extrusion press equipment, leading the tail stretcher, and ensuring all safety and quality protocols are followed.
They must also perform routine maintenance, document production data, and conduct visual inspections of aluminum profiles.
What you need
Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for 10-12 hours, and work in hot, noisy manufacturing environments.
While no minimum education is required, previous experience in machine operation and metal extrusion is preferred.
Monday - Thursday: 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Friday: 2:30 PM - 1:00 AM - Saturday: 12:30 PM - 9:30PM
Responsibilities
* Always adhere to safety procedures and policies.
* Ability to read, follow, and interpret planning and work order instructions
* Ability to verify part quantity and perform visual inspection for defects or
damage
* Punctuality
* Perform basic shop math, fractions, and decimals.
* Perform quality checks using calipers, squares, etc.
* Read and understand blueprints.
* The ability to navigate intranet to locate process documents - basic computer
skills.
* Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by supervisor or
manager.
* Operate the Head Stretcher equipment and lead the tail Stretcher.
* Operate the extrusion press and related equipment, ensuring proper settings,
dies, and billet temperatures.
* Load and unload billets, monitor extrusion speed, and inspect profiles for
defects.
* Perform die changes and routine press maintenance with guidance from the
press lead or supervisor.
* Complete production documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
* Identify and escalate any Safety, mechanical or quality issues promptly.
* Give Brake to the Press Operator.
* PPE compliance is mandatory.
* Work in areas with hot materials and ambient temperatures that can exceed
100°F, especially during the summer months.
* High-paced environment with strict attention to safety, quality, and
production schedules.
Required Qualifications
* Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout the shift
* Frequent bending, twisting, and squatting during die changes or material
handling
* Must be able to work for extended hours; standing and walking for up to 10–12
hours a day
* Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination required for handling
profiles and tools
* Must be able to work in hot and noisy environments.
* No minimum education requirement; relevant experience will be considered in
lieu of formal education
* .Experience in a manufacturing environment
* Machine Operator and Metal Extrusion experience
The pay for this position is $23.48. If you are hired, your base salary will be
determined based on factors such as geographic locations, skills, education,
and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of
pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of
any final offer.
At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills,
experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on
over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless
opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower
them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change –
within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re
seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow
your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen.
We’re stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our
core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and
welcoming for everyone.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization
Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize
E-Verify.
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