Head Stretcher

About the role

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Head Stretcher at our Wellsville, PA location. The Head Stretcher operates a hydraulic stretcher/clamp to straighten and stretch aluminum extrusions to meet customer requirements. This is for our night shift.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for stretching a quality product, inspects for dents, bends, scratches, die lines, and other defects.
• Reports all problems/defects to the Shift Foreman or Lead Person.
• Uses blocks and gauges when needed.
• Regularly checks all equipment and ensures that equipment is maintained in safe working order.
• Informs Foreman or Lead Person immediately of any problems with equipment.
• Responsible for keeping metal spaced on the cooling table properly and keeping the stretcher table full for the saw crew.
• Rolls logs to storage/staging area and paints them as required.
• Assists the saw crew to maintain production.
• Stages empty baskets and ensures they are ready for saw operation.
• Keeps all material and tools out of walkways.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area and assists with general housekeeping of the press department.
• Follows company rules and regulations regarding work and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.

Experience

• Experience operating equipment or working in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced environment or in a team environment.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States (visa sponsorships not available).
• Regular attendance required.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to sit and use hands.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat.
• Noise level usually loud.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Daily pay available

Culture

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth
• Up to $5,000 tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

About the Company

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we're proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes, and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets — including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables, and distribution. Safety, Caring, Integrity, and Growth are core values embodied by each team member, guiding every action and decision.

Pay

USD $19.25/hr – $22.52/hr

Schedule

Night shift