Extrusion Manager

Alexandria Industries; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Accident Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Paid Volunteer Hours

Company Provided Work Uniforms

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

PPE Reimbursement

Job summary

Alexandria Industries is seeking an Extrusion Manager to guide the extrusion department, enforce safety standards, and drive strategic growth. You will mentor staff, ensure on-time production, and align department goals with corporate objectives.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing and aluminum extrusion, with leadership experience and a background in engineering or business management. Expect collaborative problem-solving and budget accountability within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business management, Engineering, or related program.
• Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of Aluminum Extrusion experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and mentorship to the extrusion department.
• Lead safety initiatives and maintain a safe work environment.
• Develop and manage the department budget and expenses.
• Coordinate cross-training and employee development opportunities.
• Monitor performance and support employee reviews.
• Partner with Plant Manager and extrusion supervisors on schedules and capacity.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Project management

Mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business management or Engineering

Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred

Job description

The Extrusion Manager is responsible for providing guidance, support and mentorship to all employees in the Extrusion department. This position is also responsible for achieving short and long-term strategic goals to ensure growth of the department and organization.

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
• Continuously build relationships throughout the department and company in order to best serve and support co-workers and employees
• Ensure the department has the tools and resources to keep other departments informed of any delays or changes in scheduled arrival times of products required by the department
• Work with the Plant Manager to manage the department’s labor and expense budget and ensure expenses are within the budget
• Communicate priorities and project assignments
• Develop and implement adequate cross-training
• Provide continuing education, training and development opportunities
• Provide coaching to employees to support their grow within their position and the company
• Ensure expectations and responsibilities are known and followed
• Monitor employee performance and assist with employee performance reviews
• Delegate special projects
• Participate in the interviewing and selection process for department openings as needed
• Identify and implement methods for reducing costs and expenses in the department
• Review and analyze department data and trends to make continuous improvement recommendations
• Oversee continuous improvement initiatives in regards to revenue generation and top die performance
• Partner with the extrusion supervisors to manage work schedules
• Respond to emergency situations during and after standard hours to resolve issues that may arise
• Develop and implement department goals and key measures that align with the mission, vision and values of the organization
• Prepare for and participate in the development and preparation of capital requisition projects
• Develop and oversee department project planning
• Partner with various managers and teams to continuously analyze and ensure the quality of aluminum extrusions meets company standards
• Support and improve quality systems and expectations
• Partner with other Alexandria Industries facilities to manage and monitor extrusion capacity, and help to appropriately distribute work when needed
• Review and submit employee time sheets bi-weekly and PTO requests as needed

OTHER JOB DUTIES

• Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business management, Engineering, or related program
• Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience required
• 5+ years of Aluminum Extrusion experience required
• 5+ years of leadership experience required

Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to recognize safety concerns
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to provide strong servant leadership to support team members
• Ability to take part in continuous education and training
• Ability to interact at a high level with all levels of the organization
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in every situation
• Strong knowledge and understanding of all key extrusion department components
• Ability to use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
• Work flexible hours, overtime and on-call
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to lead and influence others

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Group Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Volunteer Hours (8hrs. per year)
• Company Provided Work Uniforms
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PPE Reimbursement

The anticipated pay range for this position is $70,000-$97,868 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs and geographic location.