Warehouse Associate

Paramount Extrusions Company; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramount Extrusions Company is seeking an Extrusion Line Handler to safely guide aluminum extrusions as they exit the press, ensuring smooth flow and minimal damage. You will work closely with the Press Operator to uphold production efficiency and product quality while following work instructions and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include performing visual quality checks, reporting issues promptly, and maintaining safe handling practices in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Basic math and measurement conversions to calculate cut lengths and quantities.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and production specifications.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure quality.

Responsibilities

• Safely guide extruded material through the production line to prevent damage.
• Assist the Press Operator to maintain smooth material flow.
• Perform visual quality checks and report production or equipment concerns promptly.

Skills

Basic math

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paramount Extrusions Company is a high-end, tight tolerance aluminum extrusion specialist known for pushing boundaries and shaping the exceptional. Our attention to precision and relentless commitment to customer success allows us to transform the most intricate concepts into reality. With world-class expertise and our unique indirect extrusion process, Paramount enables customers to achieve their boldest ideas more cost-effectively and efficiently. From design to extrusion, and fabrication to finishing, our turnkey suite of solutions caters to the needs of any project. With skills forged by 70 years of crafting profiles that defy convention, our focus goes beyond the technical aspects of extrusion to the application’s ultimate success.

Job Description

Job Title: Extrusion Line Handler

Reports To: Press Lead

Job Summary:

The Extrusion Line Handler is responsible for safely guiding and handling aluminum extrusions as they exit the press to ensure smooth material flow and prevent product damage. This position works closely with the Press Operator to maintain production efficiency, support product quality, and ensure material is handled according to work instructions and customer requirements. The Extrusion Line Handler performs assigned visual quality checks and promptly reports production, quality, or equipment concerns.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Review and understand work orders, including product specifications, material requirements, and production
• Safely guide extruded material through the production line to prevent scratches, bends, warping, or other handling
• Assist the Press Operator in maintaining smooth and continuous material flow throughout the extrusion process.
• Use basic math skills to calculate cut lengths and piece quantities as required by the work
• Monitor material flow and notify the Press Operator or Press Lead of any production irregulari
• Maintain efficient production while handling material carefully to prevent product

Requirements:

Quality Responsibilities

• Perform assigned visual quality checks throughout the extrusion

Inspect material for visible defects such as scratches, bends, warping, surface imperfections, or other handling-related damage.

• Promptly report nonconforming material, quality concerns, or process deviations to the Press Operator or Press Lead.
• Ensure suspect material is properly identified and separated in accordance with company
• Accurately complete any required production or inspection

Safety & Equipment

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or production concerns
• Handle material and equipment safely to prevent employee injury and product damage.

Teamwork & Communication

• Report to work on time, prepared, and ready to perform assigned
• Communicate effectively with the Press Operator, Press Lead, and team members regarding production or quality concerns.
• Work cooperatively with production personnel to maintain workflow and meet production
• Participate in training and continuously develop knowledge of extrusion processes and material handling

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to successfully complete on-the-job training in extrusion line handling, material flow, and inspection

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred; aluminum extrusion experience is a plu
• Basic understanding of material handling and its impact on product
• Ability to read and understand work orders and production specification
• Basic math skills, including measurement conversions and piece count calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visible product def
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment or process i
• Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skill
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50
• Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach throughout the throughout the workday
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving equipment.

$16.90 - $16.90 USD

Paramount Extrusions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

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As set forth in Paramount Extrusions Company’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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