Kryoflex Press Technician (Night shfit)

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics • Wenatchee, WA

1d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking a Kryoflex Press Technician to join our team on night shift. A successful candidate is committed to pushing the boundaries of technology, performance, and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future! PacAero’s core businesses include an array of electronic connectors and housings for the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero is primarily located in Wenatchee, WA with a remote manufacturing site, Bonded Metals, located in Sequim, WA. Working together, we employ proprietary technologies, best practices engineering, and specialized manufacturing techniques to produce hermetic connectors and electronic packaging that perform in the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero’s products are hard at work in medical components, such as cardiac-function devices, on key aerospace & defense programs, in space and deep below the earth's surface. Job Summary Working under general supervision, the Kryoflex Press Technician I operates designated equipment to make Kryoflex pre-forms using supplied material and tools. This role requires some mechanical aptitude with hand tools and machinery. This role will also require training in dimensional inspection and documentation per instructions and prints. This position requires basic knowledge of computer systems. Schedule : Monday - Thursday, 3:00pm-1:30am and will include a $2/hr shift premium.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
• Essential: Good hand / eye coordination (fine motor skills, dexterity).
• Able to use a microscope for extended periods of time.
• Read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.
• Good computer skills.
• Able to sit and or stand for extended periods of time.
• Good math skills.
• Work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Consistently notifies supervisor or designated personnel when tasks are completed.
• Consistently strives to meet company minimum labor efficiency rates.
• Must be able to follow basic instructions.
• Must be able to retain information.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Take responsibility for own actions.
• Some knowledge of geometrical dimensions and tolerancing.
• Good print reading skills.
• Ability to access training records.
• Seek out duties to ensure you are consistently productive.
• Must be able to consistently meet company minimum labor efficiency rates.
• Identify process improvements.
• Requires minimal supervision to perform everyday tasks.
• Effective recognition of workload priorities.
• Demonstrates independent thinking with problem solving skills.
• Must be able to navigate through applicable MRP system.
• Support company/management decisions.
• Offers help when needed.
• Understanding of the effects of process deviation.
• Able to advise management of policy violations.
• Able to safely lift and move up to 50 Lbs. unassisted.
• High School graduate or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with all employees.
• Willingness to adapt work schedule to company needs.
• Attendance / Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time. Following company handbook policy and companies cell phone policy.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by area Lead or Supervisor
• Observe safety regulations and follow protective equipment requirements.
• Report hazardous observations to Management personnel.
• Follow daily clean up and housekeeping procedures.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and work-related rules and regulations.
• The ability to complete tasks in a reasonably timely manner.
• Demonstrate a basic ability to read and comprehend drawings and other applicable documentation.
• Understand the necessity of high-quality standards.
• Ability to find and interpret Engineering Drawings to correctly determine requirements.
• Perform the following functions: Proficient usage of microscopes. Ability to learn and use applicable area equipment. Must be able to utilize specified tooling as needed.
• Demonstrate the ability to accurately and efficiently use applicable measuring tools such as, but not limited to Calipers, Micrometers, gauge pins and Digital Indicators.
• Will operate one preform manufacturing machine/system using prepared materials issued from the Ceramic Lab.
• Within 3 months of starting, shall demonstrate basic proficiency with one of the following: Old Press PTX Press CMD
• Within 3 months of starting, be able to make basic pre-forms on the assigned system using Kryoflex 313.
• Understand and identify the basic tooling components of their assigned machine.
• Work with Ceramics lab for proper handling of Kryoflex materials.
• Learn to use the correct tools, techniques, and equipment necessary for in-process inspection of raw and/or completed Kryoflex preforms, ensuring they meet the dimensional and visual preform requirements.
• Must be willing to work with known hazardous materials, under controlled conditions.
• Maintain controlled-environment cleanliness standards during all production activities.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by area Lead or Supervisor.
• Must be able to retain information and show continued progression towards a Kryoflex Press Technician II role.
• Ability to operate equipment including pre-form presses, ovens, scales, microscopes, lapping wheels and CMD machines.
• Maintain workload while achieving departmental efficiency and quality standards.
• Communicate efficiently with lead and supervisor regarding work status, issues, or material need.
• In-process visual inspections under a microscope to confirm compliance with quality standards.

Benefits

• Insurance Benefits: We provide our employees with access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and long-term care to ensure they can prioritize their health and well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in the importance of work-life balance, so we offer generous PTO allowances that accrue with each pay period so that our employees can rest and recharge, spend time with family and friends, or pursue personal interests.
• Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of spending time with loved ones during holidays, so our employees receive paid holidays to celebrate and enjoy these moments.
• Growth Participation Units (GPUs): We provide growth participation units (GPUs) to our employees, which represent a share of the company's growth and success. Our GPUs are issued to all employees and as we increase the value of our business, they grow in value as well. When our current private equity firms sells the company, GPUs will be paid out, with all employees sharing in the profits from the sale.
• 401(k) w/ Matching: We offer a 100% match, up to 4%, to help our employees save for their future.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurances: We want to ensure that our employees are protected in case of unexpected circumstances, and provide short-term & long-term disability insurances, entirely employer paid.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in continuous learning and development and offer tuition reimbursement to support our employees' educational goals.
• Additional Perks: Our employees enjoy a range of additional benefits such as dependable work schedules, overtime opportunities, term life & AD&D insurance, corporate gym membership discounts, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED