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Aluminum Manufacturing Technician

John Henry Foster Company
Saint Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/3/2026

We're a 100% employee-owned company and looking to add an experienced Aluminum Manufacturing Technician to our team. Someone who takes pride in their craft, pays close attention to detail, and enjoys working with their hands to build quality products. Does this sound like you?

As an Aluminum Manufacturing Technician your impact is two-fold:

For the customer, your goal is to ensure every aluminum assembly is built to spec, accurately kitted, and shipped on time so our customers can count on us to deliver.

For the team, your goal is to keep production moving. You'll cut, machine, and assemble extruded aluminum components, maintain clean and organized paperwork, and work closely with Purchasing, Shipping, and Sales to resolve any issues that come up along the way.

Pay & Benefits Package: John Henry Foster is dedicated to ensuring our employee-owners achieve their career goals. We're committed to the success of our team members and have a culture that emphasizes and fosters opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

This is a long-term, career-growth oriented position, and as such, the compensation package we're offering is competitive and includes opportunities for you to quickly maximize your earning potential through training, experience, our ESOP, bonuses, and professional development programs.

Our team members do a lot for us, which is why we give so much back in return. We have an excellent benefits package which includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, and FSA plans to choose from.
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
  • 401(k) with company contribution/match.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Read and interpret blueprints and drawings, including dimensions, notes, and revision-controlled instructions.
  • Execute aluminum production work orders to support on-time delivery and quality standards.
  • Cut, machine (Haas CNC, drill press, tapping machine), and assemble aluminum extrusions using hand and power tools per work instructions.
  • Assemble customer-defined kits and verify accuracy of contents prior to shipment.
  • Maintain complete production paperwork and ensure all in-process and outgoing products are properly labeled.
  • Record inspection and quality results using the electronic quality system.
  • Coordinate with Purchasing, Shipping & Receiving, and Sales to resolve production issues as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred, or equivalent relevant manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to read blueprints and follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness while meeting productivity expectations.
  • Ability to work effectively and communicate professionally in a team environment.
  • Must be able to obtain forklift certification at JHF.

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