Press Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026.
Overview
Consider joining the Pennex family as a Press Operator at our Wellsville, PA location. The Press Operator operates a hydraulic extrusion press and an extrusion puller in a safe and efficient manner ensuring proper quality and highest productivity standards are met.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Sets billet length, furnace temperature controls, ram speed and puller program for optimum production and quality.
- Watches metal for quality problems, such as pick up, tear out and die lines. Makes appropriate changes to operating set up to try to correct. Reports problems and works with Foremen and Lead Person to improve productivity/quality.
- Assists lead out position with set ups, tear downs and changeovers.
- Rolls logs when needed.
- Minimizes downtime during die changeover by having bolster and next die ready for production.
- Ensures lead out knows what the next die change is, when it is and what is needed to complete set up.
- Changes dummy blocks as directed by management.
- Checks dies and bolsters ensuring set up properly before starting that job.
- Assists with set up of water boxes, water pans, cooling fans and other special requirements for various alloys.
- Regularly checks all equipment reporting immediately any possible problems to the Shift Foreman or Lead Person.
- Completes daily Press Operator preventative maintenance (PM) and fills out PM checklist.
- Before turning press over to maintenance for repairs and/or assisting with performing yourself, makes sure power is off on press and the computer.
- Fills out any necessary paperwork during shift.
- Maintains a neat and orderly work area and assist with general housekeeping of the press department.
- Follows company rules and regulations regarding work and safety practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
- One or more years of experience and/or training
- Prefer previous hydraulic press operation or minimum of metal machining experience.
Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and 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 deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to operate tow motor, function independently or in a team environment and possess good verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn and apply new skills
- Attentive to details and follows through on assigned tasks and commitments.
- Must have regular attendance.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available.
Environmental Hazards
Physical
- The employee is regularly required to stand.
- The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Work Environment
- The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
About Us
Perks of the Job
- 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
Why Our People Love Working Here
- Purpose-driven, friendly, open and respectful culture
- Shared core values of safety, caring, integrity and growth
- Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
- Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
- Regular employee celebrations and events
Who We Are
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.
But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Caring. Integrity. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.
If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. MX Holdings and the family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email [email protected].
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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