Ball Ground Press Operator - 3rd Shift

Universal Alloy Corporation; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a dynamic role focused on operating machinery and ensuring product quality. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced aerospace manufacturing processes while promoting safety and efficiency. As part of a collaborative environment, you will be responsible for setting up and operating extruding presses, making necessary adjustments, and maintaining accurate production records. If you are eager to develop your skills and grow within a reputable organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months’ experience at UAC required.
• Certifications: Confined space, Crane, Fall protection, Forklift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extruding press to produce ordered shapes.
• Check dimensions with micrometers and calipers for adjustments.
• Maintain production and downtime records throughout the shift.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Skills

Physical Abilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Extruding Press

Job description

$22.00/hr Starting; $25.56/hr After Completion of Level 1 (Around 90 Days)

Company Overview

Universal Alloy Corporation (UAC) is a global leader in the manufacture of aerospace products. UAC supplies aircraft manufacturers and their subcontractors worldwide and has served the aircraft industry for over four decades. UAC specializes in 2000- and 7000-series alloys and offers a full range of alloys and tempers that can be tailored to a customer’s particular application.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Exercise and promote safety
• Set up and operate extruding press, using aluminum billet to produce ordered shapes, meeting specifications, dimensions and specific weight
• Perform die changes in required time, adjust speeds and temperatures for product uniformity and quality
• Check dimensions with micrometers and calipers making necessary adjustments
• Maintain production and downtime records throughout the shift
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: HS diploma or GED
• Minimum Experience: 3 months’ experience at UAC
• Certifications Required: Confined space certification; Crane certification; Fall protection certification; Forklift certification; Lock-out/tag-out certification; Pallet jack certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Communication Skills: Must speak, read and write English
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Reasoning Skills: Good reasoning and decision-making skills; ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; ability to learn how to operate complex machinery
• Physical Abilities: Required to stand 100% of the time; regularly required to reach with hands and arms; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at any time; handle hot metal and tooling; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Working Conditions

• Schedule: 3rd shift

Safety

All UAC employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety trainings, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries. Employee must understand the PPE and wear it properly.

UAC has a responsibility to comply with all applicable requirements set forth by International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’) Political Asylee, or Refugee. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

UAC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. UAC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources department at 770-479-7230.