Experience - Minimum 5 years in Aluminium Extrusion Press Operations, or relevant Press machine related exp in production
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations
Operate and supervise aluminium extrusion press machines.
Plan and execute daily production as per the production schedule.
Ensure maximum press utilization and productivity.
Monitor billet loading, die installation, extrusion parameters, and product quality.
Achieve daily production targets while minimizing downtime.
Process Control
Set and monitor extrusion parameters such as:
Billet temperature
Die temperature
Ram speed
Container temperature
Puller speed
Cooling process
Ensure compliance with approved process parameters.
Quality Assurance
Ensure profiles meet customer specifications and approved drawings.
Minimize extrusion defects such as:
Surface defects
Twisting
Bending
Die lines
Dimensional variation
Coordinate with the QA team for inspection and corrective actions.
Machine & Equipment
Conduct daily machine inspection before production.
Coordinate preventive maintenance with the Maintenance Department.
Report machine abnormalities immediately.
Ensure proper die handling and maintenance.
Productivity Improvement
Reduce scrap and rework.
Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Implement Kaizen initiatives.
Support TPM activities.
Participate in root cause analysis for production issues.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with safety procedures and PPE requirements.
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures where applicable.
Maintain positive housekeeping through 5S practices.
Report unsafe conditions and near-miss incidents.
Team Management
Guide operators and helpers during shifts.
Allocate manpower effectively.
Monitor discipline, attendance, and productivity.
Conduct shift handovers with proper documentation.
Documentation
Maintain:
Production reports
Shift reports
Machine downtime records
Rejection and scrap reports
Die change records
Daily production logbooks