Composite Repair - Production Operator 1st shift

About the role

As a Production Operator, you will be responsible for performing various tasks in a fast-paced, high-speed environment. Your duties include cross-training on different operations, using hand and power tools to prepare, clean, and repair aircraft engine parts, following standard and non-standard operating procedures, and ensuring quality through inspections.

Responsibilities

• Cross train on operations within multiple areas
• Use hand, power, and machine tools to facilitate preparation, cleaning, processes of molds, equipment, parts, assemblies, or machinery
• Follow standard and non-standard operating procedures to cut, shape, bond, lay-up, form, inject, cure, trim, drill and make repairs to composite and metal parts
• Use simple inspection devices such as protractors, calipers, micrometers, tapes, tension or weight scales, gages, etc. to ensure quality of operation processes performed
• Inspect and certify own work to establish standards
• Perform job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts
• Utilize chemical cleaning procedures
• Perform hand cleaning to include, acid etch, sanding, blending, and de-burring of aircraft engine parts to remove foreign elements from parts
• Load and deliver aircraft parts to appropriate work areas
• Occasionally operate industrial truck or electric hoist in performance of work

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Autobody and Mechanical background preferred
• Ability to use hand tools and gauges
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment using work instructions is preferred
• Must be fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing)

Qualifications

• Minimum Physical Requirements: minimum lift floor to waist – 25 pounds, minimum lift waist to shoulder level – 25 pounds, minimum pull – 40 pounds

Skills

• Knowledge of hand and power tools
• Ability to follow standard and non-standard operating procedures
• Inspection and certification skills
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage
• Chemical cleaning procedures

Benefits

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site

Pay

Salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

Schedule

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.