General Equipment Operator

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for General Equipment Operators to join Kaiser Aluminum in Los Angeles, CA!

Purpose of Position: Follow all Job Safe practices, Standard Operating Procedures and Quality requirements while operating equipment in the Extrusion operations that are necessary for the extrusion of the aluminum.

What’s in it for you!

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment!

• Starting wage of $23.36
• 401K
• First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance.
• Employee resource groups.

What you will bring:

• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of Manual Labor/Manufacturing Experience
• Ability to operate a forklift and other mobile equipment
• Able to read, write and equate a measuring tape

Responsibilities

• Complies with all 5 core / 5 life requirements and Job Safe Practices (JSP's)
• Reviews and follows all Standard Operating procedures for processes
• Ensures that quality objectives are met
• Operates extrusion equipment, related handling equipment, stretcher, all saws and testing equipment
• Use KPS tools to drive safety, quality and productivity improvements
• Operates mobile equipment
• Sample preparation
• Packing extrusion
• Loading trucks

Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity – how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.36 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Payment frequency:

• Paid weekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• mobile equipment: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person