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1st Swing Shift Extrusion Furnace Operator
Job in
Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa, 50644, USA
Listed on 2026-07-01
Listing for:
Pries Enterprises Inc
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Associate / Production Line, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Extrusion Furnace Operator – 1st Shift
Pries Enterprises is looking for an Extrusion Furnace Operator to join our team! No previous experience is required—we provide on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.
Schedule- 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule - every other weekend is a 3 day weekend
- Starting Immediately
- OT available
- Up to $20.00 per hour
- Metatarsal Guarded Steel-Toe Boots Required
- $150 PPE Reimbursement Available
The Extrusion Furnace Operator plays a critical role in the extrusion process by preparing dies for production, supporting press operations, and ensuring tooling is properly maintained and ready for use. This position offers hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art aluminum extrusion facility celebrating 50 years of manufacturing excellence.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Set up extrusion dies according to the production schedule.
- Operate an overhead crane to transport and organize dies safely.
- Verify tooling stacks and ensure proper die sizes are available for production.
- Prepare and stage dies in the designated ready area.
- Assist the Press Operator with die changes, setups, and production adjustments.
- Collect random production samples as requested to verify product conformity.
- Operate the extrusion press during Press Operator breaks.
- Break down dies after production runs are completed.
- Transfer dies to the caustic cleaning area for cleaning and repair preparation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, or incidents to a Supervisor and/or the Safety Department.
- Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Attendance Bonuses
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
- $150 PPE Reimbursement
- Personal Days
- Vacation Time
- Holiday Pay
- Company Apparel
- Continued Education Opportunities
- Performance Bonuses
Join a company with a 50-year legacy of extrusion excellence and become part of a team dedicated to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
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