Machine Operator

Pennex Aluminum; Leetonia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with matching contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Daily pay available

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Pennex Aluminum in Minnesota is hiring a Machine Operator to set up and run fabricating equipment including CNC machines, robotic cells, and punch presses. The role involves ensuring quality parts, following process control plans, and meeting production rates in a fast-paced aluminum manufacturing environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; technical training is preferred. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth; daily pay is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or trade degree preferred
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Follow processes to ensure quality product as per customer specs
• Load and unload materials onto saws/fixtures
• Operate and troubleshoot CNC machines and robotic cells
• Use quality gauges and CMM to verify parts
• Follow customer control plans in compliance with IATF/ISO
• Meet quoted rates and report if not met
• Escalate issues to Lead or Supervisor
• Perform job changeovers and verify completion
• Conduct continuous improvement feedback
• Deposit scrap with alloy
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Motivation to learn

Team interaction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical or Trade Degree preferred

Tools

CNC machines

Robotic cells

Punch presses

Gauges (pin, block)

CMM

Job description

Overview

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Machine Operator. The Machine Operator sets up and operates fabricating machines such as CNC machines, robotic cells, and punch presses that cut, shape, and bend aluminum pieces.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows processes and procedures to ensure quality product goes to the customer, such as part measurement, visual inspection for missing features/defects in parts
• Loads and unloads materials properly onto saws/fixtures
• Operates and troubleshoots CNC machines and robotic cells
• Uses quality equipment properly such as, gauges (pin gauges, Block gauges etc.), calipers, tape measure, square, feeler gauge, and CMM
• Follows part specific customer control plan in compliance with IATF/ISO certification
• Checks fluids and coolant level in machines to keep them at an optimal level
• Uses inventory system to make tickets and keeping track of quantities for precise inventory. Via. Pick, Raf, Triage material correctly.
• Responsible for meeting quoted rates and reporting if these rates are not being met
• Escalates any issues/questions to Lead or Supervisor.
• Reports any maintenance/quality issues to Lead and Supervisor.
• Performs job changeovers including tooling/hardware, machine or cell controller program and verify changeover completion
• Observes and analyzes tasks and processes to provide feedback for continuous improvement efforts
• Deposits scrap with associated alloy
• Performs tasks as given by Lead or Supervisor
• Other jobs as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or Trade Degree or Certificate preferred

Experience

• None

Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn and apply new skills
• Physically able to lift, bend, reach above the head, kneel, squat, stand and walk as needed throughout shift
• Consistently exhibits a positive, respectful attitude towards co-workers and customers
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available
• Regular attendance required

About Us

Perks of the Job

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Daily pay available

Why Our People Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

Who We Are

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email [e-mail].

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $19.50/Hr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $19.50/Hr.