Press Operator - All Widths jobs in West Des Moines, IA

POSITION: Iowa Aluminum Extrusion Press Operator.

Iowa Aluminum is searching for “The right fit” Operators to run their state-of-the-art Aluminum Extrusion Presses.

Experience is preferred but not necessary.

Iowa Aluminum wants YOU to join our family!

Qualifications:

• Character
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Controlled Intensity
• Solution Oriented
• Good Math Skills
• Results Driven
• Detail Oriented
• Ability to quantify decision making
• Objective thought process
• Team Oriented
• Communicator
• Dependable
• Coachable
• Take Ownership

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Safety First– follow processes provided / Be alert / Be focused / Be organized / Report any irregularities - nonconformities in equipment or personnel.

• Receive and follow direction of daily schedule given by Extrusion Manager and Shift Supervisor.
• Verify correct alloys are set up for each tool as per work order.
• Verify-utilize - enter correct die recipes.
• Verify and assist loading the applicable tooling into press as per work order.
• Expedite tooling change in an efficient and effective manner as per training.
• Enter recipe information into press.
• Spot check dimensions as per training / pre-post-saw-finished product.
• Run and monitor the Extrusion press per provided recipe.
• Contact Extrusion Supervisor for all concerns during production run.
• Spot check stretch process as requested in recipe and print/tolerances.
• Communicate with Head Stretch and Supervisor on potential changes.
• Spot check saw process as per recipe and work order.
• Communicate with Saw Operator and Supervisor on potential changes.
• Utilize precision tools / calipers / Micrometers / Squares / Protractors / Applicable go-no-go gauges as per recipe and training.
• Continually quantify process is reaching expected recipe efficiencies / Contact supervisor if manipulation is necessary.
• Enter information as to move work orders into position for processing.
• Report to pre or postproduction meetings as required.

Full time – Salary Position

• Incentive potential
• Relocation : Up to $1500
• Overtime above 48 total hours in addition to base salary.
• Potential higher starting salary based on experience.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
The company is taking additional COVID-19 precautions by enhanced cleaning on the shop floor.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Albia, IA 52531: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

• Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person