Press Operator ( 1st Shift)

Alexandria Industries; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite clinic

Medical, dental, and vision from day 1

Wellness program premium savings

Solarte Health program

401(k) with company match

80 hours of PTO first year

64 hours of paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alexandria Industries is hiring a Press Operator to run our extrusion press and turn aluminum into parts that meet customer specifications. You will set up and run the press, check your work, and keep your area safe and organized. We cross-train across departments to broaden your skills.

The position offers a 1st shift, competitive hourly pay of $22.00 to $28.60, and a chance to grow with a company that values teamwork and safety in Indiana.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to use overhead cranes and lift trucks.
• Comfortable in a loud, warm production setting with team lifts for items over 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run the extrusion press safely and efficiently.
• Monitor process data and adjust billets to keep quality on target.
• Take and inspect samples for surface finish and tolerances.
• Read manufacturing orders and die drawings.
• Perform general machine maintenance and keep area organized using 5S.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Measuring tools use

Math & computer skills

Crane and lift truck use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $22 USD to $28.60 USD
  The anticipated pay range for this position is budgeted. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Description

Press Operator, 1st Shift

Pay: $22.00 to $28.60 per hour
Location: Indianapolis, IN

Schedule: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday

Who we are
Alexandria Industries has been making custom aluminum extrusions since 1966. We are headquartered in Alexandria, Minnesota, with plants in Minnesota and Indiana. We follow servant leadership, which means our leaders support our people so they can do their best work. Our values: [Value 1], [Value 2], [Value 3].

About the job
We are hiring a Press Operator to run our extrusion press and turn aluminum into parts that meet customer specifications. As a Press Operator, you will set up and run the press, check your work, and keep your area safe and organized. We cross-train in every department function, so you will keep building your skills.

What a Press Operator does

• Set up and run the extrusion press safely and efficiently
• Monitor process data and adjust billets to keep quality on target
• Take and inspect samples for surface finish and tolerances
• Read manufacturing orders and die drawings
• Perform general machine maintenance and keep your area organized using 5S

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to use overhead cranes and lift trucks
• Comfortable in a loud, warm production setting, with team lifts or a crane for items over 40 lbs

Preferred (not required)

• Knowledge of the aluminum age cycle
• Understanding of the steps before and after extrusion

What we offer

• Free onsite clinic: routine care, labs, and vaccinations at no cost
• Medical, dental, and vision from day one
• Save $1,500 or more a year on medical premiums with our wellness program
• Solarte Health: $0 out-of-pocket for services like imaging, orthopedics, and mental health care for you and your family on our medical plan
• 401(k) with up to a 3% company match
• 80 hours of PTO your first year, plus 64 hours of paid holidays
• 100% tuition reimbursement for job-related classes

Alexandria Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

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