Extrusion Support Associate

Staffmark; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, and

Life Insurance and Disability

401(k) plan

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring an Extrusion Support Associate in Alexandria, MN. The role offers a 3½-day workweek with a pay rate of $18.00 per hour and a schedule that includes early shifts.

You will support daily manufacturing operations, operate equipment, inspect finished goods, and help meet production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. You will contribute to a clean, organized production area, follow established work instructions, and participate in continuous improvement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; manufacturing experience beneficial.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability in a fast-paced setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate basic production equipment.
• Good computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts to customer specs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run equipment safely and efficiently to maximize output.
• Fulfill customer orders accurately and quickly.
• Review manufacturing orders and verify specs.
• Ensure quality practices are followed and do inspections.
• Package orders and load trailers per customer specs.
• Meet delivery schedules and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Operate production equipment

Reading die drawings

Inspect parts to specs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Quality inspection tools

Job description

Now hiring for an Extrusion Support Associate
Location: Alexandria, MN
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Mon-Wed 6:30 am - 6:30 pm, and Thurs 6:30 am - 12:30 pm
Enjoy a 3½-day workweek

Your Grind. Your Goals. Your Payday.
This Extrusion Support Associate job in Alexandria is made for people who like to stay busy and build something real. You'll learn fast, move fast, and stack that pay every week.

Looking for Extrusion Support Associate jobs in Alexandria where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

Job Duties

• Set up and run equipment safely and efficiently in order to maximize output while meeting customer quality requirements
• Accurately and efficiently fulfill customer orders:
• Review manufacturing orders in order to verify internal and external customer specifications
• Ensure all quality practices are being followed
• Perform inspections of aluminum extrusion orders prior to them entering the aging oven
• Check the hardness and temper of each alloy
• Package orders based on customer specifications
• Load trailers based on customer specifications
• Meet delivery schedules to ensure customer service and satisfaction
• Monitor and make correct process changes for packing the product or changing rates
• Provide suggestions and continuous improvement ideas to help better processes and procedures
• Distribute baskets to and from extrusion press lines

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing or production training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Ability to work safely in manufacturing and production environments.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, production procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain productivity and consistent quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate basic production equipment when required.
• Dependable attendance, teamwork, and a commitment to workplace safety.
• Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to detect minor defects in the finish of the product
• Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts according to customer specifications
• Ability to properly use appropriate measuring tools
• Knowledge of the age cycle and the effect it has on the material

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or industrial experience is preferred.
• Experience operating production equipment, performing quality inspections, or meeting production goals is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement practices, or workplace safety procedures is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate reliability, adaptability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are well positioned for success as a Extrusion Support Associate.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials, components, or finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate around production equipment and moving machinery.
• Ability to maintain productivity while working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

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What You Will Do

As an Extrusion Support Associate you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

An Extrusion Support Associate helps maintain efficient production by supporting manufacturing processes, inspecting products, and following established work instructions. This role requires consistency, organization, and a commitment to producing quality work.

The Extrusion Support Associate combines production support, quality awareness, and teamwork to help ensure products are manufactured safely and efficiently while meeting customer expectations.

This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy active manufacturing environments.