Extrusion Press Operator

Kelly Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Transit benefit

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an Extrusion Press Operator in Glens Falls, NY to operate furnaces, presses and powder processing machinery. You will charge furnaces with materials, monitor process parameters and ensure product quality while maintaining safety standards.

The role offers a weekday schedule (Mon-Fri) with a pay rate of $22-$23 per hour and opportunities to work with an industry leader known for safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate, adjust and maintain industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety procedures.
• Good communication and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Able to work in hot, noisy environments and lift up to 50 lbs, wearing PPE.

Responsibilities

• Operate furnaces, casting equipment, presses and powder processing machinery per production orders and specs.
• Charge furnaces with raw materials, alloys and scrap; blend and prepare metal powders.
• Monitor and adjust process parameters for consistent product quality.
• Pour molten metal into molds and operate presses to compact powders.
• Inspect products for dimensional accuracy, density and surface quality using precision tools.
• Use hand and power tools and saws to cut metal as needed.
• Perform routine inspections, crucible changes, cleaning and basic maintenance on furnaces and equipment.
• Assemble billets, including welding, and record production data in work orders and ERP systems.
• Operate cranes, hoists or forklifts to move materials and finished products safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety and environmental regulations.
• Support scheduling, preventive maintenance and ISO 9001/14001 processes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Description

Feeling stuck? Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly® team as an Extrusion Press Operator to work at a premier manufacturing client in Glens Falls, NY. We’re here every step of the way to help you and your career be the best it can be. Bring your energy and expertise. We’ll help you get where you want to be.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $22-$23/hr Shift: M-F 6am-2:30pm

Why you should apply to be Extrusion Press Operator:

• Competitive pay rate with consistent weekday hours.
• Opportunity to work with an industry leader known for safety and quality.
• Supportive team environment with collaboration across production, quality, and engineering departments.
• Commitment to high standards in quality, safety, and employee well-being.

What’s a typical day as Extrusion Press Operator? You’ll be:

• Operating furnaces, casting equipment, presses, and powder processing machinery based on production orders and specifications.
• Charging furnaces with raw materials, alloys, and scrap; blending and preparing metal powders to meet requirements.
• Monitoring and adjusting process parameters (temperature, pressure, compaction, chemical composition) for consistent product quality.
• Pouring molten metal into molds and operating presses to compact powdered metals.
• Inspecting products for dimensional accuracy, density, surface quality, and conformance using precision measuring tools.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and saws to cut metal as needed.
• Performing routine inspections, crucible changeovers, cleaning, and basic maintenance on furnaces and related equipment.
• Assembling billets, including welding, and recording production data in work orders and ERP systems.
• Operating cranes, hoists, or forklifts to safely move materials and finished products.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area, following all safety and environmental regulations.
• Supporting fine scheduling, preventive maintenance, and ISO 9001/14001 management system processes.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Possess prior experience in foundry operations, powdered metal processing, or industrial manufacturing (preferred).
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate, adjust, and maintain industrial equipment.
• Can read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Are proficient with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Show strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work independently or as part of a team.
• Can work in hot, noisy, and physically demanding environments, stand/bend/perform repetitive tasks for extended periods, and safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Are able to wear and maintain required PPE, including respirators, heat-resistant clothing, and eye/face protection.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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