Canton Light Press Press Operator - 3rd Shift

Fresh Start Cherokee; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace products sector seeks a Canton Light Press Press Operator for the 3rd Shift. This entry-level role involves operating machinery, ensuring safety, and maintaining quality control in product manufacturing. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. Competitive pay starts at $22.00 per hour, with a potential increase after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Requires operating safety equipment and adhering to safety protocols.
• Must have certifications completed during new hire orientation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extruding press using aluminum.
• Perform die changes and inspect products for defects.
• Maintain production records throughout the shift.

Skills

Communication

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Crane certification

Forklift certification

Lock-out/tag-out certification

Pallet jack certification

Job description

Canton Light Press Press Operator - 3rd Shift

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Canton Light Press Press Operator – 3rd Shift

Universal Alloy Corporation

180 Lamar Haley Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114

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Job Type

Full Time

Remote Position?

No

Job Description

$22.00/hr Starting; $25.86/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

Inspect products for defects

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: Crane certification; Forklift certification; Lock-out/tag-out certification; Pallet jack certification (certifications completed during new hire orientation)

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.

Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

UAC is an affirmative action and 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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  Program Development

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