at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Job Story
This position with Ennovar will be working onsite for Spirit AeroSystems' Project Stand-Fast. This project is focusing on designing and implementing standard fastener kits. Standardized kitting of these fasteners and washers will promote a lean manufacturing process – as well as provide better visual work instruction to assist newer mechanics when building the part. This position will help the shop by filling kits with fasteners and washers for the daily production demand. The position offers flexible work hours.
Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.
Job Duties
• Read standard identification numbers.
• Identify the location of fasteners to fill kits from cell centers.
• Communicate with mechanics on issues they have with an incorrect fastener, or if the fastener is oriented incorrectly in the foam, also any issues with defective fasteners needing to be replaced in a timely manner.
• Be familiar with the positions on the line, to ensure the corresponding kits are given to the correct position.
• Keep track of requests for cell centers to be replenished with fasteners, washers, etc.
• Effectively use technical reference materials.
• Ensure the correct number of kits are filled up daily, ready for the mechanic to use when they start work – this could vary but should stay consistent with how many units per day each position builds.
• Communicate effectively with the team or Manager(s) to make certain cell centers have enough fasteners to fill the kits and perform “hot-shot” procedures by communicating with the standards team if there are inadequate fasteners.
• Ensures that implemented process enhancements meet improvement targets.
• Ability to lift 10-20 pounds as needed and stand for extended periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications
• Good time-management
• Communication skills to receive and understand work tasks.
• Ability to solve problems and work under stress.
Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phones, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
