Principal Responsibilities:

In this position, the Manufacturing Tech must be able to perform set ups and operate metal band sawing and shear machines to cut metal stock to dimensions. Perform finishing operations which may include honing, wire brushing, rough polishing, grinding, bending, forming, etc. Must be able to conduct specific tests requiring controlled ambient air temperature, pressure, and humidity. The parts or assemblies must be in accordance with all engineering drawings, supplemental documentation, and specifications. Components and subassemblies to be prepared include various types of stainless-steel alloys, nickel-based (Inconel) alloys, commercial pure titanium and titanium alloys, and aluminum alloys.

Basic Qualifications (Job Requirements):

Must be able to perform set ups and operate metal band sawing and shear machines to cut metal stock to dimensions.

Must be able to perform finishing operations which may include honing, wire brushing, rough polishing, grinding, bending, forming, etc.

Must be able to distinguish between different types of metals such as aluminum, steel, titanium, and Inconel

Must be able to conduct specific tests requiring controlled ambient air temperature, pressure, and humidity.

Must be able to interpret pressure test requirements indicated in manufacturing plans, work orders, acceptance test procedures and engineering drawings.

Adequate and accurate knowledge of inspection test record keeping and calibration requirements of the area equipment.

Must possess the ability to work with close tolerances

Must be able to inspect their own work; work with dial calipers, micrometers, tape measure, weight scales, pie tapes, and other measuring equipment as required.

Must be able to work within the operational (work order) standards, blueprint, specs and shop aids to increase efficiency and throughput of assemblies and subassemblies.

Must be able to work without direct supervision.

Must be capable of training other employees.

Must be able to maintain a high-level of quality and workmanship.

Must maintain a clean working environment for all machines, tools, and equipment.

Must be able to perform routine duties and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience:

High School Graduate or GED, 0-4 years work experience in a manufacturing aerospace company.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to read, write and speak English is required. Familiar with computer is helpful.

Must have a knowledge of and ability to read, interpret and apply applicable blueprints and specifications

necessary to effectively perform duties as applied to work assignments within specific areas of assigned responsibility.

Essential Physical/Mental Abilities Required:

Employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, required to walk and sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the individual occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the individual may be required to wear safety protection gear.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential function

The pay range for this position is from $18.00 to $27.00 (hourly).