Machining Blade Manufacturing - Chemical Process Operator, 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Chemical Process Operator performs thermal coating processes used to apply pack aluminide coatings to gas turbine engine components. As part of a team, the operator supports the manufacture and repair of aerospace components through coating application, surface preparation, inspection, and documentation while maintaining high quality and safety standards. The role primarily works Tuesday through Sunday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with schedule flexibility required because days and hours may vary based on business needs. A shift differential of $1–$3 per hour applies based on assigned workdays, and the position offers a $500 sign-on bonus. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with exposure to coatings, thermal processes, fumes, noise, and industrial equipment. Employees may work near high-temperature furnaces and coating equipment and are required to wear appropriate PPE and follow safety procedures. Additional hours outside the regular schedule may be needed to meet operational needs, including evenings, weekends, or holidays. Non-exempt employees are paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. Candidates must be U.S. persons as defined in the posting. Employment offers are conditioned on successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
- Strong shop math skills, including fractions, decimals, multiplication, and division.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to safely operate coating and processing equipment.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Manufacturing experience.
- Coatings, thermal processing, or special process experience.
- Aerospace or gas turbine component manufacturing experience.
- Experience with abrasive blasting, masking, peening, or surface preparation processes.
- Experience working in a NADCAP-accredited or regulated manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform pack aluminide coating processes, including A12 retort packing and A12 furnace loading.
- Apply spray coatings and perform abrasive blasting in accordance with work instructions and customer specifications.
- Monitor coating application and adherence to ensure quality requirements are met.
- Perform additional processing tasks as needed, including assembly, disassembly, vibratory tumbling, blending, peening, grit blasting, and masking or preparation.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment and machinery.
- Inspect and certify own work using measuring and inspection tools.
- Complete required quality documentation and production records.
- Follow safety rules, PPE requirements, and quality standards.
- Support 5S, CPEX, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
- Development and progression opportunities, including regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave, eligible from the first day of employment.
- Eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.
- Shift differential of $1–$3 per hour based on assigned workdays.
- $500 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
