Copper Extrusion Press Operator – 12-Hour Shift

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cerro Flow Products LLC, located in Sauget, IL, is seeking a Press Operator to safely operate and control the Extrusion Press, extruding copper billets into shells and monitoring the process from start to finish.

The role requires coordinating a 12‑hour shift schedule (6:00am–6:00pm), performing start-up checks, and documenting production in the MES. Compensation ranges from $19.90 to $24.32 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ability to read micrometers, calipers and other measuring equipment.
• Basic math skills and the ability to log data accurately.
• Familiarity with MES databases and entry of production information.

Responsibilities

• Organizes the Press Crew for safe start-up and shutdowns.
• Perform pre-start checks on heat, pump, heaters, valves, heat exchanger and nitrogen flow.
• Operate the press and monitor run-out trough; lubricate mandrel and clean dies.
• Schedule changes of mandrel, dies, dummy blocks and clean-out rings; enter production data into MES.
• Shut down safely and maintain housekeeping.
• Follow safety rules and report concerns immediately.

Skills

Read micrometers and calipers

Basic math

MES database literacy

Safety consciousness

Attention to detail

Tools

MES database

Needle scaler

Grinder

Die grinder

Job description

Cerro Flow Products LLC, located in Sauget, IL, is seeking a Press Operator to safely operate and control the Extrusion Press, extruding copper billets into shells and monitoring the process from start to finish.

The role requires coordinating a 12‑hour shift schedule (6:00am–6:00pm), performing start-up checks, and documenting production in the MES. Compensation ranges from $19.90 to $24.32 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.