Parts Prep Operator

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse addressing every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. The company delivers innovative aeroderivative solutions to energy challenges worldwide.

About the Role

The Parts Prep Operator will be trained to perform jet engine piece part cleaning and abrasive blast processes. This role reports to the Coatings Supervisor and is located at 2001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301.

Responsibilities

• Use cleaners to remove grease build-up, corrosion products, and prepare parts for the next overhaul step using various cleaning compounds, chemical solutions, spray guns, and brushes.
• Complete forms associated with work assignments according to established procedures.
• Perform abrasive blast activities for highly engineered products, including cleaning, coating preparation, and surface treatments.
• Maintain and control equipment, processes, tools, fixtures, supplies, and safety equipment associated with each specific shop order.
• Load and unload hardware and fixturing by hand, with a forklift, or other lifting devices/cranes.
• Meet or exceed core competency expectations for safety, quality, productivity, attendance/punctuality, and teamwork.
• Read and interpret diagrams and specifications.
• Follow detailed work instructions, procedures, and directions under limited supervision.
• Ensure safe working practices and procedures by following established safety rules and regulations; maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Act as a cross-functional team member and demonstrate gas turbine abrasive blast process skills and knowledge through processing gas turbine components and other hardware.
• Use pneumatic and electrical grinding tools to blend defects, welded areas, and restore areas back to original contours on various parts of an aero derivative gas turbine.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or GED, or relevant work experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment; the company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in grit blast processing operations.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment related to repair and manufacturing operations.
• Experience with the maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repair of industrial equipment.
• Ability to learn equipment functions and use (air pressure system, crane, forklift, etc.).

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• 401K plan.