Metal Spray Operator Weekend Shift

GE Aerospace•Springdale, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The thermal spray operator must be proficient in all aspects of the coating process including masking / unmasking. The ability to set-up and operate various forms of coating equipment and processes which include wire guns, ceramic rod, thermal spray powder, plasma spray and high velocity oxygen fuel. Also must be proficient in the use of supporting process equipment ranging from fully automatic (robotic and CNC), semi-automatic to hand held apparatus. Must have sufficient knowledge to know when equipment is performing properly and have the ability to isolate equipment components and replace them. Perform periodic minor maintenance to assure equipment is in top operating condition. Also be involved in development of parameters for new coatings. Be able to work from blueprints, sketches, written and/or verbal instructions; knowledge of testing devices, superficial hardness tester and profilometer. Operate to required levels of quality, efficiency and safety. Direct the efforts of others and work with a minimum amount of supervision. Complete all necessary paperwork, conduct some testing and perform other related duties. Must pass a written examination as well as spraying test of samples per GE specifications. Must certify to a level above specification after 6 months of training and every (6) months thereafter. Previous experience reading, interpreting, and working from shop manuals and blue prints while receiving verbal instructions. Mechanical ability and extensive exposure to jobshop working environment. Weekend Shift - Friday, Saturday & Sunday 6am - 6pm

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Must be able to do shop math, including fractions, decimals, proportions, and algebraic expressions.
Experience operating various hand and power tools and basic machine tools and equipment such as files, grinders, etc.
Ability to work in a noisy, hot and abrasive environment and wear appropriate safety gear such as eye protection, respirator, safety shoes, gloves and shop coat for extended periods of time.
Able to work with a minimum amount of supervision and direct or instruct the efforts of others on appropriate metal spray practices.
Possesses basic computer skills, applications and keyboarding as necessary.
Must be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.
Previous experience reading, interpreting, and working from shop manuals and blue prints while receiving verbal instructions.
Mechanical ability and extensive exposure to jobshop working environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be able to prove status as a U.S. Person (U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or granted asylee or refugee status).

Nice To Haves

Possess basic mechanical aptitude and ability to understand and operate highly technical equipment including closed-loop plasma equipment, robots and CNC equipment.
Capable of certifying to GE specifications on a variety of spray-deposited coatings.
Knowledgeable in pre and post coating processes such as cleaning, masking, surface preparation techniques and inspection.
Previous experience in set-up and spraying of a variety of complicated coatings and geometries using a number of spray processes and supporting equipment.
Ability to learn and operate material handling and lifting devices.
Proficient in the use of various types of standard measuring instruments, such as OD and ID micrometers, depth gauge, height gauge, vernier calipers, and others.

Responsibilities

Set-up and operate various forms of coating equipment and processes including wire guns, ceramic rod, thermal spray powder, plasma spray and high velocity oxygen fuel.
Operate supporting process equipment ranging from fully automatic (robotic and CNC), semi-automatic to hand held apparatus.
Perform periodic minor maintenance to assure equipment is in top operating condition.
Be involved in development of parameters for new coatings.
Work from blueprints, sketches, written and/or verbal instructions.
Use testing devices, superficial hardness tester and profilometer.
Operate to required levels of quality, efficiency and safety.
Direct the efforts of others and work with a minimum amount of supervision.
Complete all necessary paperwork, conduct some testing and perform other related duties.
Pass a written examination as well as spraying test of samples per GE specifications.
Certify to a level above specification after 6 months of training and every (6) months thereafter.