Metal Spray Operator 3rd Shift

GE Aerospace•Springdale, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The thermal spray operator must be proficient in all aspects of the coating process including masking, surface preparation, spraying, unmasking and inspecting. The ability to set up and operate various forms of thermal spray coating equipment which may include plasma spray and/or high velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) processes. Also operate supporting process equipment ranging from fully automatic robotic equipment to handheld equipment. Monitor equipment performance to ensure proper operation. Isolate and replace consumable components as needed and perform periodic minor maintenance to maintain equipment. Use various hand tools for setting up and troubleshooting equipment. Use various gauges and test equipment, such as micrometers, verniers, and profilometers for measuring part conditions. Work collaboratively with process engineers on coating development tests, troubleshooting equipment, and implementing process improvements. Interpret and apply approved written work instructions that may include engineering schematics, sketches and/or cross-sections. Work collaboratively with other team members under a minimum amount of supervision. Perform daily quality control testing by spraying test specimens. Complete all necessary paperwork which may include operational signoffs, data collection, and metallography lab testing forms.

Requirements

High school diploma, or GED
2 years of experience with the use of basic precision measuring instruments including micrometers, dial calipers, and dial indicators
2 years of experience with operating various hand and power tools and basic machine tools and equipment
2 years of experience with the use of shop math, including fractions, decimals, percentages, and basic geometry
2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment and operating manufacturing machinery or processes

Nice To Haves

2 years minimum experience operating thermal spray equipment
2 years minimum experience operating robotic equipment
2 years minimum experience masking parts for manufacturing processes
2 years minimum experience using blasting equipment to prepare surfaces for manufacturing processes
1-year minimum experience reading and interpreting engine manuals
1-year minimum experience inspecting aircraft hardware

Responsibilities

Set up and operate various forms of thermal spray coating equipment (plasma spray and/or HVOF)
Operate supporting process equipment (automatic robotic to handheld)
Monitor equipment performance
Isolate and replace consumable components
Perform periodic minor maintenance on equipment
Use hand tools for setup and troubleshooting
Use gauges and test equipment (micrometers, verniers, profilometers) for measuring part conditions
Collaborate with process engineers on coating development, troubleshooting, and process improvements
Interpret and apply written work instructions, engineering schematics, sketches, and cross-sections
Work collaboratively with team members under minimal supervision
Perform daily quality control testing by spraying test specimens
Complete necessary paperwork (operational signoffs, data collection, metallography lab testing forms)