Extrusion Operator jobs in Ames, IA

Extrusion Operator sets up and operates an extrusion machine in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and customer requirements. Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position, and secure machinery. Being an Extrusion Operator adjusts and cleans machines. Documents work performed as required. Additionally, Extrusion Operator may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. The Extrusion Operator possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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401 Extrusion Machine - Machine Operator 1 Ext
  • Dee Zee
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY – Primary duty is to operate the following equipment including but not limited to, Extrusion Saw, Metlsaw, B & O Saw, Cerlobathe bender, Miter Saw, Punch Press, Flat Bed Lasers, and Age Oven. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT — Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise, and uncontrolled temperatures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    • Feed the necessary raw materials or parts to semi-automated machines
    • Complete daily machine check sheets and production recording
    • Tend to the machine and product to ensure quality and proper operation
    • Ensure quality parts are being produced by making frequent quality checks
    • Perform typical machine shop and mold press operations to support the assembly floor
    • Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
    • Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required
    • Perform the following tasks: milling, turning, drilling, taping, de-burring, molding and all bench operators and inspect, outer production, calculate run-outs, pieces from run-out, scrap
    • Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with 6S procedures, rules, and regulations
    • Ability to stop the production line and/or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconformance products to our customers
    • Support the environmental policy with proactive process implementation, improvement suggestions, reducing waste, and acting on environment performance results and findings.
    SKILLS & ABILITIES
    • Basic mathematical skills
    • Ability to read and comprehend blueprints
    • Understanding of calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
    • Ability to properly check materials visually as well as using tools
    • Must be willing to accept and receive frequent supervision and assistance with regard to machine set-up
    • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
    • Effectively communicate
    • Quality driven and have good housekeeping habits
    • Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools needed
    POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: High School Graduate, GED, or HSDE preferred Experience: One year of manufacturing and/or machine experience preferred Computer Skills: Must demonstrate computer literacy Certificates & Licenses: Must pass and maintain written and driving test for forklift certification as well as crane training
  • 1 Month Ago

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Operator
  • Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co.
  • Indianola, IA FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing work metals processing and distribution work within the Reliance family of ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Operator
  • Louis Dreyfus Company
  • Grand Junction, IA FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionLouis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Operator
  • eTeam Inc
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title : Store Operator Location : West Des Moines, IA 50266 Assignment Duration : 8 Weeks We are looking to engage energetic contract workers to support sales staff stores. The contract worker wil...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Print Operator
  • Exela Technologies
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Summary Description: Under minimum supervision, responsible for monitoring, maintaining and executing jobs on a high volume printer or Docutech; operates multiple machines simultaneously.Essential Job...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Bindery Operator
  • RR Donnelley
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionRRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the indu...
  • 12 Days Ago

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QA/QC Technician
  • Collabera
  • Ames, IA
  • Job Description Job Description This position will work primarily in a physical wet chemistry lab for our seed treatment...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shift Leader - 379
  • Panda Restaurant Group, Inc.
  • Ames, IA
  • Our Panda Shift Leader associates are important leaders of our team and are responsible for bringing Panda's mission ali...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electronics Assembler
  • ALMACO
  • Nevada, IA
  • ALMACO in Nevada, IA is seeking individuals with experience assembling electronic components and assemblies for our seed...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Operator
  • Manpower
  • Ames, IA
  • Our client, Ames, is seeking a Production Operator to join their team. As a Production Operator, the ideal candidate wil...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Burke - Quality Assurance Relief Technician (2nd shift)
  • Hormel Foods
  • Nevada, IA
  • Job Description Hours: 2:00pm- 12:00am There is a need for this position to have availability for 2nd shift flexible hou...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Engineering Technician
  • M.H. EBY, Inc.
  • Story City, IA
  • Job Description Job Description M.H. Eby, Inc., an industry leading manufacturer of aluminum transportation equipment, i...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Product Assembly Technician
  • LIVIT Staffing
  • Nevada, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary: Assembles electrical and/or hydraulic components, mechanical devices, and s...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Technician
  • AgCertain Industries
  • Boone, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Position Overview Manufacturing Technician is an entry level manufacturing position with...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ames is a city in central Iowa approximately 30 miles (48 km) north of Des Moines. It is best known as the home of Iowa State University (ISU), with leading Agriculture, Design, Engineering, and Veterinary Medicine colleges. A United States Department of Energy national laboratory, Ames Laboratory, is located on the ISU campus. In 2017, Ames had a population of 66,498. Iowa State University is home to 36,321 students (Fall 2017), which make up approximately one half of the city's population. Ames also hosts United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sites: the largest federal animal diseas...
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Income Estimation for Extrusion Operator jobs
$38,319 to $49,053
Ames, Iowa area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago