Penetrant Trainee: 1st shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Skills Inc•Auburn, WA

4d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Penetrant Trainee to join our team. The ideal candidate will prepare and process aerospace and commercial parts and materials using the water wash method of fluorescent dye penetrant.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology.
The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.
Due to Skills Inc.’s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.
Frequent ability to lift or move 40lbs.
Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material.
Constant ability to stand at a work station.
Near vision requirement - 20/25 (Snellen) at 16" (42 cm) +/- 1" (2.54 cm) or equivalent in at least one eye, natural or corrected.
Color perception requirement - capability of distinguishing and differentiating contrast in the colors used with the Ishihara 24 Plate test.
All Penetrant Inspection employees are required to complete an eye exam prior to hire and annually afterward.
Constant requirement to wear industry standard personal protective equipment (PPE) including protective boots.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret drawings, technical procedures, and specifications in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form.
Basic computer literacy in Windows environment and basic literacy in MS Office.
Knowledge of and ability to use basic measuring equipment to inspect parts.
Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
High school Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

Mask (as necessary) and pre-clean parts for processing using solvents and aluminum soak cleaners.
Process parts through a water wash penetrant system according to written procedures.
Conduct daily calibration tests according to written procedures.
Occasionally package parts for return to customer.
Process paperwork associated with Penetrant (work orders).
Handles hazardous materials safely - add waste to containers, transfer waste to accumulation bins and label containers.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.