Oven Operator - Aerospace Manufacturing

AIM Aerospace•Renton, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oven Operator operates the oven used to cure composite-manufactured parts in accordance with Standard Work Instructions. The role verifies parts and documentation, interprets job travelers to select the appropriate cure recipe, prepares parts and related equipment, monitors oven cycles, and cleans and routes completed parts to the next process. The position is based in Renton and is scheduled Monday through Thursday, 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The employer lists separate pay ranges for Level I and Level II: $22.25–$26.25 per hour for Level I and $24.25–$28.25 per hour for Level II, depending on experience and qualifications. The work is generally performed indoors in manufacturing facilities that may not be temperature controlled. The role may involve loud or distracting noise, hazardous equipment, and contaminants. Employees may handle objects weighing up to 30 pounds and may lift, push, pull, bend, stand, or walk for 8 to 12 or more hours per day, depending on role, shift, and overtime. Required personal protective equipment is provided. A high school diploma or GED is required. Advanced math, the ability to understand written instructions, and analytical and problem-solving skills are required. For Level II, intermediate experience is preferred, including two or more years of hands-on experience or training; related training or education may be considered. Level II also requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment drug screen and background screening. The position must meet ITAR export-control requirements; a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Advanced math skills.
Ability to comprehend written instructions.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
For Level II, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Must meet ITAR export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15.
Must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background screening.

Nice To Haves

For Level II, two or more years of hands-on experience or training; related training or education may be considered.

Responsibilities

Verify parts and documents and interpret job travelers to determine the recipe for the cure process before loading parts onto racks, trays, or carts.
Meet schedules and time allowances, monitor oven cures frequently for discrepancies in the software program, and update the supervisor.
Determine which parts and quantities require additional probes, wires, fixtures, or thermocouple placement before curing.
Remove probes, wires, and fixtures; break out and clean parts; and distribute them to the next process.

Benefits

Medical coverage, including free employee-only coverage and low-cost options.
Dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Company-sponsored 401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness Program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts.
Eight paid holidays and a paid week off during winter break.
Fifteen days per year of accrued vacation/sick time, available for immediate use and prorated in the first year.