Press - Tail Stretcher (1st Shift - 7am - 3:30pm

Job Title

Adherent to all policies, procedures, rules, quality and customer service standards set forth by the company

Identify safety hazards in the workplace and report them to management

Comply to all safety guidelines put into place by MI Metals

Ensures that Machine that is being operated is in a safe working order

Uses walking beams to bring the metal across the table after it has been extruded

Check the temperature of the metal to ensure hot metal is not being stretched

Places metal into stretcher jaws

Inspect the metal with a measuring device to determine how the metal must be stretched

Stretches the metal with appropriate tools and equipment, and inspects to ensure a proper stretch has been performed and metal is straight

Remove the metal from the stretcher jaws and place onto next set of walking arms/belts that lead to the saw

Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly work area

Follow all safety rules and practices and report unsafe conditions or incidents to the supervisor immediately

Monitor equipment during operation to identify potential mechanical issues that could cause injury, equipment damage, or product defects

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Standing and walking for the majority of the shift

Frequent use of hands for handling, gripping, and operating controls

Frequent reaching with hands and arms

Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

Lifting requirements:

Up to 50 pounds independently

Up to 100 pounds with assistance or team lift

Ability to hear, speak, and see clearly, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception

Work Environment:

This position is performed in a manufacturing environment that includes:

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Elevated noise levels requiring hearing protection

Exposure to fumes or airborne particles

Exposure to vibration

Exposure to heat, humidity, or cold - depending upon outdoor weather conditions

Potential risk of electrical shock

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
The following PPE is required while performing this job:

Safety glasses

Hearing protection (ear plugs)

Gloves

Long pants

Steel-toed shoes

Minimum Qualifications:

Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial equipment

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Willingness and ability to work overtime, including weekends, as required