Stretcher

M-D Building Products Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

On-Site Clinic

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Education & Development

Mental Wellness

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

M-D Building Products, Inc. is seeking an Aluminum Extruder Stretcher to perform stretching operations on extruded aluminum tubes and ferrules. You will reference die prints, adjust parameters, and ensure straightness while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 65 pounds, and reading technical drawings. You will work in a fast-paced, noisy manufacturing environment with a rotating first shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods (10–12 hours).
• Lift and maneuver metal strips up to 65 pounds.
• Good hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Physical stamina for repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Read and interpret die prints and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with measuring tools (tape measures, calipers).
• Basic math skills (fractions and decimals).
• Understanding of material handling and positioning techniques.
• Basic verbal communication skills for receiving instructions and reporting issues.
• Basic writing skills for completing production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform stretching operations on extruded aluminum tubes and ferrules according to specifications.
• Reference die prints to determine stretching parameters and critical dimensions.
• Stretch material to achieve straightness without overstretching or damage.
• Position material properly in stretcher jaws to prevent twisting.
• Transfer stretched material to saw tables for subsequent operations.
• Organize materials for efficient workflow.
• Assist with loading dummy blocks into the extrusion press as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Complete daily production records and reports.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Job description

The Aluminum Extruder Stretcher is responsible for performing stretching operations on extruded aluminum materials (tubes and ferrules) to ensure proper straightening and dimensional accuracy. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform stretching operations on extruded aluminum tubes and ferrules according to specifications
• Reference die prints to determine proper stretching parameters and critical dimensions
• Stretch material to achieve straightness without overstretching or damaging the product
• Position material properly in stretcher jaws to prevent twisting or deformation
• Carefully transfer the stretched material to the saw tables for subsequent operations
• Organize materials in an orderly fashion for efficient workflow
• Assist with loading dummy blocks into the extrusion press as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Complete daily production records and reports
• Follow all safety protocols and company policies
• Collaborate professionally with team members and supervisors
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods (10-12 hours)
• Capability to lift and maneuver metal strips weighing up to 65 pounds
• Good hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills
• Physical stamina for repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret die prints and technical drawings
• Proficiency with measuring tools, including tape measures and calipers
• Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals
• Understanding of material handling and positioning techniquesBasic verbal communication skills for receiving instructions and reporting issues
• Basic writing skills for completing production documentation
• Ability to work effectively in a noisy environment with limited verbal communication

Equipment & Tools

• Hydraulic stretcher equipment
• Measuring instruments (tape measures, calipers)
• Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, earplugs, safety shoes)
• Manufacturing floor adjacent to extrusion press and billet oven
• Non-air-conditioned facility
• Fast-paced production environment

Schedule

• First Shift: 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM with rotating schedule

Training & Assessment

• On-the-job training provided for equipment operation and safety procedures
• Assessment of basic math skills (fractions and decimals)
• Evaluation of measuring tool proficiency
• No formal testing required for initial placement

Safety Requirements

• Mandatory use of personal protective equipment at all times
• Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures
• Participation in safety training programs
• Immediate reporting of safety concerns or incidents

M-D Building Products has been a trusted name in American construction for over 106 years. Founded in 1920, we have spent more than a century designing, manufacturing, and distributing the products that builders, contractors, and homeowners depend on to get the job done right. What started as a focused commitment to quality weatherstripping has grown into one of the most recognized and respected product portfolios in the construction industry.

We are proud to be an American manufacturer. Every product bearing the M-D name is made right here in the United States, with production facilities in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, ourhomeand headquarters, as well as Louisville, Kentucky, and Gainesville and Brooklet, Georgia. Our facilities are home to skilled, dedicated teams who bring the same pride and craftsmanship to every product they make.

At M-D, wedon'tjust compete in ourcategories,we lead them. Our products are industry leaders or strong contenders for industry leadership across every line we carry. That standard of excellenceisn'taccidental. It is the result of more than a century of listening to our customers, investing in our people, and refusing to settle for good enough. The people of M-D are guided by five core values that define how we work, how we treat one another, and how we show up for our customers every day.

Integrity~

Honestydoesn'tneed a policy. We do the right thing when nobody is looking.

Vision~

Tomorrow's success is taken by the steps we take today.

Commitment~

Every day, we are accountable to each other and our customers.

Communication~

We listen with intent, communicate with clarity, and speak up forwhat's right.

Stewardship~

We serve to promote one another, create opportunities, and provide customerdelight.

When you join M-D Building Products, you join a company that has stood the test of time. Not by standing still, but by continuously evolving, improving, and investing in the people who make everything possible. We believe every individual has the potential to make a meaningful impact, and we cultivate a culture that recognizes and develops thatpotential.

M-D Building Products, Inc offers a benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, On-Site Clinic, Voluntary Life Insurance, Lab Card Program, Group Term Life & AD&D, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, 401(K) with Company Match, Paid Time Off, TuitionReimbursement, Education & Development, Mental Wellness (Employee Assistance Program), and Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• On-Site Clinic
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Lab Card Program
• Group Term Life & AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• TuitionReimbursement
• Education & Development
• Mental Wellness (Employee Assistance Program)
• Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

M-D Building Products, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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