Furnace Deck Operator I

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.

About the role

At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Spokane, WA, we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world. This entry-level position focuses on the core production processes in the manufacturing of carbon-carbon composite brake components and other key industry technology. The Furnace Deck department is responsible for the carbon vapor deposition process, involving the loading/unloading, preventative maintenance, operation, and monitoring of industrial high-temperature furnaces designed to deposit hydrocarbon molecules within a textile carbon preform (disk).

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial high-temperature furnaces, maneuver high-capacity cranes, utilize forklifts, and operate various other pieces of equipment to ensure product quality and delivery timelines meet customers’ needs.
• Support and troubleshoot automated robots and perform complex physical tasks.
• Uphold process integrity and ensure quality standards are met throughout all furnace operations.
• Adhere to Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) regulations and proactively identify and address safety hazards.
• Follow standard operating procedures to uphold safety protocols and ensure product quality.
• Utilize basic to intermediate computer skills for data entry and process monitoring.
• Lift up to 25 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation (anything over 25 lbs. would need to be lift assisted).
• Work a 4 days on/4 days off – 12-hour shift schedule, rotating days to nights every 6 weeks.
• Interact with other functional groups (e.g., engineering) on technical matters in a team-oriented atmosphere.

What You Will Learn

• Knowledge of all pertinent customer and company specifications, including international standards relating to the production of carbon-carbon brake components and company policies.
• Operation of a range of support equipment including Overhead Cranes, Forklifts, Vacuums, Scissor Lifts, and Power Tools.
• Conduct furnace readings, rounds, and oversee process flow to maintain optimal operation.
• Perform equipment preventative maintenance as directed and promptly report any mechanical or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Basic operations of the furnace process and recognition of issues with process equipment tolerance limits.

Requirements

• Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience using hand tools.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Manufacturing or similar industry-related experience.
• Experience with inventory control.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required.

Schedule

• 4-on/4-off rotation equating to 6 months off every year.
• Rotating day/night shift every 6 weeks.
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM.

Pay

• Hourly Rate: $22/hr.
• Shift Differential (always active): $2.75/hr.
• Built-in, guaranteed overtime resulting in total annual compensation starting at $58,000 per year.
• Clearly defined, skill-based tiered advancement opportunities available.

Benefits

• Starting at 3 weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more.
• Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program.
• 401(k) match program.
• On-site fitness equipment.
• Access to company-sponsored Commute Smart ride share program.
• Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.