2nd Shift Extrusion Utility Operator – Growth & Benefits

Pries Enterprises, Inc.; Independence (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Attendance Bonuses

Flexible Spending Accounts

$150 PPE Reimbursement

Personal Days

Vacation Time

Holiday Pay

Company Apparel

Continued Education Opportunities

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

Pries Enterprises, Inc. in Independence, IA, is seeking an Extrusion Utility Operator for the 2nd shift to support a fast-paced extrusion press team.

No prior machine operation experience is required; the company will train motivated individuals. The role emphasizes attention to detail, multitasking, and collaboration to ensure efficient, high-quality production. Starting pay is up to $22 per hour with benefits eligibility after 30 days.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Willing to grow with the team and learn extrusion processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily production reports and documentation.
• Coordinate die and alloy changes to support production schedules.
• Improve productivity, reduce scrap, and optimize press performance.
• Execute daily production schedules and adapt to changing customer requirements.
• Ensure materials and alloys are available and staged for scheduled production runs.
• Verify dies are prepared and ready for production.
• Assist with machine setups and changeovers.
• Enter production data into company software systems.
• Collect product samples for quality verification when requested.
• Verify the correct alloy is used for each production run.
• Break down dies after production runs and transport to cleaning area.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety policies and quality standards.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns to Supervisor/Safety Department.
• Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Machine operation

Willingness to learn

Job description

Pries Enterprises, Inc. in Independence, IA, is seeking an Extrusion Utility Operator for the 2nd shift to support a fast-paced extrusion press team.

No prior machine operation experience is required; the company will train motivated individuals. The role emphasizes attention to detail, multitasking, and collaboration to ensure efficient, high-quality production. Starting pay is up to $22 per hour with benefits eligibility after 30 days.