Press Foreman - Night Shift

Consider joining Pennex as a Press Foreman- Night Shift at our Wellsville, PA location. The Press Foreman organizes operations on the press floor through direction from the Shift Supervisor. 

This is a nightshift position working 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM with rotating days and weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Organizes operations on the press floor through direction from the Shift Supervisor. 
• Delegates responsibilities to operators, leads and helpers. 
• Keeps the schedule moving, monitors production, quality, etc.
• Performs intermittent quality checks and communicates issues to Shift Supervisor.
• Provides supervisor coverage in absence of Shift Supervisor.
• Collaborates with maintenance team; reports all mechanical or electrical issues.
• Plans daily work schedules based on customer needs and meets expectations by supporting supervisors and performing the following duties: 
  • Ensures production schedules are followed as required
  • Oversees labor hours required to complete assigned tasks
  • Monitors all overtime hours
  • Facilitates training and development of the press team
  • Tracks and documents daily production levels
  • Assists in weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end inventories
  • Operates equipment or handles materials to support production duties of press team to maintain process flow
• Ensures that a neat, orderly work area is maintained; assists in general shop housekeeping- ensuring successful execution of 6S initiatives.
• Oversees age oven cycles to ensure acceptable quality metal is produced (Correct cycles and times).
• Follows company rules and regulations regarding work and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent experience is required 

Experience

• Previous hydraulic press operation or similar experience is preferred
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment
• Previous leadership experience in manufacturing is preferred

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 apply understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to operate equipment and can function independently or in a team environment
• Possesses good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use various measuring tools and read blueprints to meet customer requirements
• Ability to manage a team in a production environment
• Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the business
• A desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment 
• 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 
• Regular attendance required 

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

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 
• Ample 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, integrity, caring, and growth 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands 
• 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. Integrity. Caring. 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 based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.

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.

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes