Extrusion Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Extrusion Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking motivated and reliable Extrusion Machine Operators to join our growing team. Our organization is committed to building a strong team culture and investing in the training and development of our staff. As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring press, saw, stretcher, and production machinery/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, set up, and operate metalworking machines such as saws to cut or shape metal stock into parts or products.
• Read and follow specifications and notes outlined in work orders and EPICS.
• Troubleshoot and perform corrective actions or minor repairs to saws and stretchers.
• Conduct daily preventive maintenance checks on saws, including lubrication levels and blade sharpness.
• Use calipers and other measuring tools to check product shapes, dimensions, and specifications.
• Input information into EPICS, including weight and die variances, and verify non-conformance reports related to the saw.
• Communicate issues with press leads, including poor yield, die variance, and weight discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following 5S housekeeping principles.
• Ensure proper handling, packing, and bundling of materials to maintain quality.
• Operate the stretcher efficiently to ensure material is cleaned off the table continuously.
• Ensure extrusion pieces are straight, twist-free, and meet quality requirements.
• Report any equipment malfunctions to press leads and the maintenance team.

Essential Skills

• Experience in saw operation, machine operation, and machining.
• Troubleshooting and reading blueprints.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with tape measures, bandsaw operation, and production fabrication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma with some technical mechanical aptitude.
• 1-2 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of machinery and ability to read drawings is an asset.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Windows; other MS software is an asset.
• Understanding of measurements, tolerances, basic geometry, and numeracy comprehension.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Familiarity with extrusion software such as EPICS is an asset.

Pay & Shift

• 1st Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 3pm
• Pay Range: $19 to $23 an hour
• $$ Paid weekly $$
• Contract position with the potential to go permanent with the company with benefits offered
• Medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pennsauken,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.