Finishing Operator I

RTX•Spokane, WA

13d•$50,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Spokane, WA we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world. We’re currently hiring for a motivated, entry level Finishing Technician I. In this role, you will learn and be responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of automated chemical application equipment used to apply protective chemicals to carbon aircraft brakes. You’ll also complete manual chemical application processes and leverage automated riveting equipment to fasten hardware to the brake components. On the job training is provided as you learn and advance through a well-defined progression roadmap. The Finishing Department is responsible for three primary requirements: apply protective coating to prevent oxidation, manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing, and fasten required hardware as part of the final assembly of carbon products for installation into aircraft brake assemblies. The Finishing department operates and maintains Fanuc brand robots for most of the coating processes and employees must undergo significant, company-provided training to perform this work. Repetitive movement of material less than 25 lbs. is required in some process steps to load/unload machines, conduct visual and mechanical inspections, and weigh and stack material. While some processes are manual, most of the work in this department is automated for ergonomic and safety reasons so confidence in troubleshooting digital and mechanical issues for equipment is a must.

Requirements

Typically requires a HS Diploma or a GED
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status)
Ability to recognize problems with any process equipment & notify chain of command when tolerance limits are approached to avoid making defective parts.
Ability to read drawings and operate per manufacturing procedures.
Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required.

Nice To Haves

Confidence in troubleshooting digital and mechanical issues for equipment is a must.

Responsibilities

Set-up, calibration, and operation of automated chemical application equipment used to apply protective chemicals to carbon aircraft brakes.
Complete manual chemical application processes.
Leverage automated riveting equipment to fasten hardware to the brake components.
Apply protective coating to prevent oxidation.
Manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing.
Fasten required hardware as part of the final assembly of carbon products for installation into aircraft brake assemblies.
Process monitoring and quality checks.
Verify final assembled parts meet print.
Observe and follow all environmental, health and safety procedures.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Participate in Continuous Improvement activities.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Utilize basic to intermediate computer skills for data entry and process monitoring.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
On-site fitness equipment
Access to company-sponsored Commute Smart ride share program
Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives
Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program
401 (k) match program
Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more