Universal Alloy Corporation is hiring: Clearwater, Kansas - Production Assistant

Company Overview Charles Engineering, a division of Universal Alloy Corporation (UAC), is a global leader in the manufacture of aerospace products, specializing in the production of close‑tolerance aerospace roll‑formed sections that can be tailored to a customer’s particular application. UAC supplies aircraft manufacturers and their subcontractors worldwide and has served the aircraft industry for over four decades. Pay $17.00/hour Starting Essential Duties and Responsibilities Actively identify and participate in continual improvement opportunities Maintain roll form tooling Log die set numbers, templates and other shop aids with locations Pull die sets, templates, and shop aids for specific part numbers Return tooling to proper locations Polish die sets Inspect for damage, wear and tear Presets dies Review dies for obsolescence Other tasks as directed by Roll Form Supervisor Promote efficient workflow in the Roll Form department Review roll form production schedule with Roll Form Supervisor Coordinate tasks for Production Assistants Preset dies Retrieve, prepare and deliver raw material to the roll form machines Teardown of roll form machines Assist Roll Form Operators to increase productivity Feeding material Leveling material Buffing material De‑twisting Pulling and stacking parts Tear down machines Other tasks as directed by the Roll Form Supervisor Organization of stock raw materials Identify raw materials with inventory tags Identify raw material locations Verify weight and/or count of inventory in the computer system Consolidate material to maximize storage capacity in the raw material warehouse Utilize 5S to organize work areas (tool crib, die polishing stations, and preset area) A place for everything and everything in its place Perform cleaning, organization, and maintenance tasks to promote safety, increase production and organization Review and maintain written setups Verify and document changes made by Roll Form Operator General recording keeping and filing Assist with receiving raw materials Verify Purchase Order Number Verify material condition and specifications Verify coil weight and count Verify the number of sheets Effectively communicate with management, support staff, and other employees Train new employees and cross‑train existing employees Other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED Minimum Experience: Manufacturing experience preferred Certifications Required: Annual forklift training Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Communication Skills: Read, write, and speak English fluently Mathematical Skills: Basic math skills Decimals and fractions Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Reasoning Skills: Critically think by use of knowledge, facts, and data to effectively solve problems Interpersonal Skills: Collaborative, dedicated, team goal‑oriented, and reliable Print Reading: Able to read and interpret roll form set up and production prints Computer: Proficient with general computer operation, use of IIS, Rad‑Tabs, and Excel Forklift Operation: Loading coil, moving raw materials, relocating ancillary production equipment, loading/unloading trucks, and general use of a forklift Use of hand and powered tools Measuring Equipment: Proficient with the use of digital calipers, digital micrometers, height gauge, digital protractor, radius gauges, templates, and tape measure Physical Abilities: Able to lift 50 lbs. occasionally and 25 lbs. repeatedly Working Conditions Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday Overtime: As deemed necessary by Roll Form Supervisor Safety All UAC employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries. 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. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr