Extrusion Line Handler

Job Description

Job Title: Extrusion Line Handler

Reports To: Press Lead

Job Summary:

The Extrusion Line Handler is responsible for safely guiding and handling aluminum extrusions as they exit the press to ensure smooth material flow and prevent product damage. This position works closely with the Press Operator to maintain production efficiency, support product quality, and ensure material is handled according to work instructions and customer requirements. The Extrusion Line Handler performs assigned visual quality checks and promptly reports production, quality, or equipment concerns.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Review and understand work orders, including product specifications, material requirements, and production
• Safely guide extruded material through the production line to prevent scratches, bends, warping, or other handling
• Assist the Press Operator in maintaining smooth and continuous material flow throughout the extrusion process.
• Use basic math skills to calculate cut lengths and piece quantities as required by the work
• Monitor material flow and notify the Press Operator or Press Lead of any production irregulari
• Maintain efficient production while handling material carefully to prevent product

Requirements:

Quality Responsibilities

• Perform assigned visual quality checks throughout the extrusion

Inspect material for visible defects such as scratches, bends, warping, surface imperfections, or other handling-related damage.

• Promptly report nonconforming material, quality concerns, or process deviations to the Press Operator or Press Lead.
• Ensure suspect material is properly identified and separated in accordance with company
• Accurately complete any required production or inspection

Safety & Equipment

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or production concerns
• Handle material and equipment safely to prevent employee injury and product damage.

Teamwork & Communication

• Report to work on time, prepared, and ready to perform assigned
• Communicate effectively with the Press Operator, Press Lead, and team members regarding production or quality concerns.
• Work cooperatively with production personnel to maintain workflow and meet production
• Participate in training and continuously develop knowledge of extrusion processes and material handling

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to successfully complete on-the-job training in extrusion line handling, material flow, and inspection

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred; aluminum extrusion experience is a plu
• Basic understanding of material handling and its impact on product
• Ability to read and understand work orders and production specification
• Basic math skills, including measurement conversions and piece count calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visible product def
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment or process i
• Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skill
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50
• Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach throughout the throughout the workday
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving equipment.

California pay range 16.9 - 16.9 USD