Description

All press team members follow documented procedures and are responsible for producing products that meet or exceed specifications. Responsibilities include efficiently changing dies, maintaining proper tooling temperature, double‑checking setups to avoid plugging, pre‑staging tooling, advancing and stretching extrusions to tolerance using the HMI program, measuring and documenting dimensions, performing quality checks, cutting extrusions to correct length, transferring material without damage, recording performance in EPICS and log sheets, and assisting with saw‑tail operations and gauge readings.

• Change dies efficiently to maximize extrusion time and reduce heat loss.
• Verify tooling reaches proper temperature before each extrusion run.
• Double‑check die setups and clearances to prevent plugging.
• Advance extrusions onto the run‑out table and stretch to specified tolerances.
• Use the HMI program to measure, document, and adjust extrusion dimensions.
• Perform quality checks during stretching and report non‑conforming parts.
• Cut extrusions to the correct length per sales order and verify settings.
• Transfer cut material to cradles without damage, following packing diagrams.
• Record production performance in EPICS and on log sheets.
• Assist with saw‑tail operations, scrap excess material, and log gauge readings.
• Stand for at least eight hours and lift up to 50 lb repeatedly.
• Read tape measures, micrometers, and calipers accurately.

Requirements

Apogee Architectural Metals’ Extrusion Press Team members are cross‑trained in roles such as Die Setter, Stretcher, Saw Operator and Saw Tail Operator. The crew works together to produce quality products at maximum rate, ensuring all sales orders are extruded on schedule while wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, steel‑toe shoes, heat‑resistant gloves, ear plugs, hard hats, and for Die Setters, high‑temperature protective sleeves. Safety and respect for tooling, equipment, and property are emphasized, and the team keeps the extrusion area clean.

Position requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to stand at least eight hours, lift 50 lb repeatedly, bend, twist, push, pull, read tape measures, micrometers and calipers, follow work instructions, perform basic math and computer tasks, use hand tools, demonstrate excellent attendance, have crane operations training, and possess reliable transportation. All applicants must meet these physical and skill criteria to ensure safe and effective performance on the press line.

• Pre‑stage tooling to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
• Perform basic math, follow work instructions, and use hand tools.
• Maintain excellent attendance and possess crane operations training.
• Have reliable transportation for shift attendance.

Benefits

Apogee offers a competitive benefits package for employees and dependents—medical, dental, vision, life, disability, incentive plans, 401(k) with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, holidays, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance and wellness programs, and opportunities for training and career progression. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to excellence in architectural products and services.

• Receive comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) match, ESPP, PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, EAP, wellness program, and career training.

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