Tail Stretcher

Pennex Aluminum CompanyWellsville, PA
5d$18 - $22Onsite

About The Position

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Tail Stretcher at our Wellsville, PA location. The Tail Stretcher works with the press team and repetitively moves aluminum extrusions into stretcher jaws.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 to 3 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • A desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
  • Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn and apply new skills.
  • Attentive to details and follows through on assigned tasks and commitments.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100' s.
  • Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement, volume, and distance.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to function independently in a fast-paced environment or in a team environment and possess good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available.
  • Must have regular attendance.

Responsibilities

  • Uses metal shear pruners to even up lengths of metal to make all extrusions the same length as instructed by foreman or Lead Person.
  • Moves the stretcher to appropriate length , inserts the extrusion into the clamp and makes sure it is secure before signaling the Head Stretcher to commence stretching operation.
  • Uses blocks and gauges when .
  • In conjunction with Head Stretcher, moves the extrusions, up to 120 feet, across the walking table to the stretching workstation.
  • Handles metal carefully while minimizing scratches and dents.
  • Informs Head Stretcher or Foreman/Lead Person immediately if extrusions are still twisted or snaked after the stretch or if any other problems are observed.
  • Assists saw crews to ensure production is not stalling .
  • Regularly checks all equipment, making sure it is in safe working condition.
  • Reports all potential problems or defects to Shift Foremen or Lead Person immediately .
  • Maintains a neat and orderly work area and assists with the general housekeeping of the Press Department. This includes cleaning up cut-off lengths of metal from under the cooling table.
  • Follows company rules and regulations regarding work and safety practices.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) with matching contribution
  • Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
  • Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity for career growth and advancement
  • Daily pay available
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