Senior Extrusion Operations Leader

American Aluminum Extrusion Company; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Aluminum Extrusion Company is seeking an Extrusion Manager to lead all extrusion production and press operations across shifts. You will manage materials purchasing, planning, scheduling, and press recipes to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, strong knowledge of ISO 9001, and a focus on continuous improvement and cost reduction. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $110,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing operations and teams.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools.
• Experience in lean manufacturing (5S) and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for all shifts.
• Plan and schedule press and downstream production to meet demand.
• Create and process purchase orders; manage vendor relations.
• Oversee EPICS data integrity and production standards.
• Drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

Leadership

Lean & 5S

Blueprint reading

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Manufacturing processes

EPICS

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EPICS system

Job description

American Aluminum Extrusion Company is seeking an Extrusion Manager to lead all extrusion production and press operations across shifts. You will manage materials purchasing, planning, scheduling, and press recipes to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, strong knowledge of ISO 9001, and a focus on continuous improvement and cost reduction. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $110,000 annually.