Are you ready to embark on a career that inspires and fulfills you? Join American Aluminum Extrusion, where we believe that exceptional outcomes and engaging work experiences go hand in hand. At our company, we value diversity and understand that unique perspectives and experiences enrich our culture and fuel our growth. We seek individuals who thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced work environment and are driven by challenges. Our success is built upon our core values of quality, integrity, and trustworthiness, which we share with our employees. Be a part of a team that delivers high-quality aluminum extrusions and fabrications that exceed even the most demanding market specifications.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life and Supplement Life
• STD
• Paid Holidays
• 401K w/match
• Vacation Time
• Referral Program
• Perfect Attendance Bonus

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for the correction, maintenance and continuous improvement of all extrusion tooling including dies, rings, bolsters, support tooling and some press tooling.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Complete the correction and maintenance of extrusion tooling ensuring that it will produce quality extrusions at the desired rate.

· Monitor production at the presses to determine flow inconsistencies and die performance to diagnose proper repair requirements.

· Analyze initial breakthrough and profile samples to determine the dimensions and corrections required.

· Develop effective working relationships at all levels, including the die shop manager, plant manager, quality assurance manager, sales, the die shop team, and die suppliers.

· Maintain a thoroughly understanding the proper methods for repairing and modifying dies, feeders, portholes and support tooling to achieve the production of high quality extrusions.

· Apply regular maintenance requirements of caustic cleaning, polishing, nitriding, as well as inspection for tooling stress cracks and excessive wear.

· Maintain detailed records of die corrections and die history in EPICS.

· Complete documentation as required.

· Follow all safety requirements including forklift inspections and documentation.

· Complete all other duties as assigned.

· Cross-train, learn and support other functions or processes as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

· Extensive knowledge of extrusion press operations, including the capability of differentiating between press variable effects and die & tooling design influences on the finished production extrusions.

· In-depth understanding of industry tolerance requirements, print reading, and the use of precision measuring instruments.

· Ability to continue to grow into future leadership roles or other advancement opportunities.

· Advanced mathematical and analytical skills with the ability to read and interpret profile prints and die designs.

· Advanced computer skills – AutoCAD is a plus.

· Good mechanical and manufacturing skills.

· Ability to achieve forklift and crane certifications.

· Ability to complete accurate documentation and work on computers.

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, working safely.

· Flexible to work overtime or change shifts as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

· Education equivalent to a high school diploma and a minimum of four years die correction experience, preferably in the aluminum extrusion industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

· Ability to work in a high heat environment with caustics.

· Ability to work on the production floor with exposure to dust, fumes, odors, loud noise, and varying temperatures.

· Ability to do work requiring standing with frequent stooping, bending, reaching overhead and sufficient manual dexterity to perform all aspects of the job.

· Ability to lift and move parts/equipment up to 75 pounds.