Extrusion supervisor- aluminum manufacturing

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of supervisory experience
• Prior experience in the aluminum extrusion industry
• Understanding of aluminum extrusion process
• Knowledgeable of lean manufacturing, 5s, process improvement concepts
• Leadership and excellent communication skills
• Safety-oriented

1. Assists the Extrusion manager in overall operation of Extrusion Department. 

2. Monitors production orders to ensure they are inputted timely and accurately by the lead of each shift.

3. Monitors and orders supplies as needed for the extrusion department, including oil and caustic, and removal of both.

4. Holds shifts accountable for scheduled cleanings and p.m.’s  

5. Manages manpower during scheduled overtime, vacations, illness, etc.

6. Serves as backup to Extrusion Manager.

7. Serves as on-call for breakdowns; determines when to send crews home or assign other duties that can be accomplished while press is down.

8. Orients, trains, and instructs new employees.

9. Supervises extrusion line employees; conducts performance reviews and disciplinary actions as needed.

10. Determines order of production at press.

11. Monitors daily production of each shift (lbs., recovery, etc.), emails daily production report to managers and updates Kermit daily.

12. Help extrusion manager define and track KPI’s for department.

13. Controls flow of material through line to insure maximum recovery.

14. Checks and inspects material for correct dimensions per the AFCO approved drawing and advises die shop when corrections are required, or descriptions noted.

15. Maintains production records and quality control checklists.

16. Ensures all extrusions are handled and processed correctly.

17. Informs maintenance of any press or handling equipment functions which are not normal.

18. Works within the guidelines of the quality program. Ensure extrusions meet part print tolerances.

19. Insures good housekeeping in work area.