Manufacturing Technician 2
*This is a 6-month contract position – Local candidate only, please!
*Work Shift: 1st Shift (9/80A)
Responsibilities:
- Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks.
- Performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
- Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct online adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
- Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
- Works with engineers in conducting experiments.
Basic Qualifications:
- HS diploma or equivalent (education will be verified)
- Minimum 2 years of previous honeycomb panel fabrication or aerospace mechanical assembly experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, including the ability to read and interpret drawings.
- Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship.
- Familiar with hand tools and good math/geometry skills.
- Candidate must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures.
- Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites, and wood.
- Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisor to meet build requirements and schedules within allotted budgets.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Demonstrates a high level of concern for the safety of self and others.
- Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Computer skills, including MS Word and Excel, are a plus.
- Previous fabrication (honeycomb panel) experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Experience preparing/mixing epoxy and silicone adhesives for mechanical and thermal component installation in honeycomb panels and aluminum skins.
- Experience in handling hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and industry standards.
Competencies for Success:
- Successful candidates will need to be team players with a strong desire to work in a fast-paced, professional environment
- Ability to follow instructions, plan work, and manage time appropriately
- Ability to follow safety procedures
- Willing to work with a positive attitude
- Detail oriented
- Ability to be prompt for shift work
Experience:
- Previous fabrication (honeycomb panel) experience or Aerospace mechanical assembly desired.
- Mechanical assembly, adhesive bonding experience.
- This is not electrical assembly work.
Education:
- This position may be filled at a lower level requiring an HS diploma.
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