Extrusion Support

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