Fabricator - Non-Certified

GKN Aerospace•Phoenix, AZ

20h

About The Position

The Fabricator carries out assigned standard tasks in compliance with work instructions and standard operating procedures, while protecting personal and team safety. Team members receive training and coaching from their Team Leader, and, where certification is required, are expected to attain the relevant certification according to the competence matrix and site BMS/QMS. The role involves identifying safety hazards, promptly raising off-standard or quality issues, and suggesting improvements. Fabricators contribute to a team culture of continuous improvement, safe working and open dialogue.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or three years of manufacturing experience.
One year of manufacturing experience.
Ability to become certified to operate a forklift.

Nice To Haves

GKN experience.
Experience working with hazardous materials and/or chemicals.
Ability to work both as a team member and independently.
Knowledge and experience troubleshooting safety, quality or technical issues with co-workers and quality and engineering functions.
Willingness to work in a repetitive production environment while meeting cost, quality and schedule requirements.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate patterns, determine how to remove material to meet customer specifications, and remove material using a tank and media.
Prepare parts for tank processing by painting, patching and removing maskant for etching; use an exacto knife and scale to hand-layer patterns.
Drill and assemble rivets and brackets on segments and rings; trim parts and perform paint touch-ups.
Deburr and form parts using expanders, hot dye presses and rolls.
Mask parts as required, including taping holes and masking first-cut parts and strip boards.
Strip flanges with a knife, load parts using a crane and run laser programs.
Maintain periodic-maintenance records and order spare or replacement parts as needed.
Maintain a clean work environment, including assigned storage and cleaning duties, in compliance with company standards and applicable customer and government regulations.
Support a business culture aligned with company objectives and goals concerning cost, quality, process, schedule and people.
Support the company's commitment to workplace safety and environmental protection by following company policy and applicable government regulations.
Comply with GKN Aerospace, Inc.'s policy on contracting with the United States Government in areas of responsibility involving direct or indirect government contracting.
Identify safety concerns, promptly notify the Team Leader of off-standard or quality issues, and raise improvement ideas.
Perform other assigned duties, tasks and responsibilities.