Plater - 3rd shift (C)

Valence•West Springfield, MA

About The Position

Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service surface finishing company serving the commercial aerospace, defense, space, and satellite industries. The company provides start-to-finish services, from nondestructive testing and chemical processing to painting and sub-assembly, with the mission of being the most trusted partner in aerospace surface finishing. The Plater inspects parts before, during, and after processing; operates the machinery and instruments needed to perform the job safely; and performs routine maintenance. The role processes parts with little or no supervision while protecting them from damage, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and following Valence procedures and quality-system documentation. Fork truck training is provided only to designated employees. This third-shift position pays $20 to $22 per hour. It requires access to EAR- or ITAR-controlled technologies, so applicants must be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and qualify as a “U.S. Person.”

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Ability to read a process traveler and record completed operations.
  • Ability to perform simple cleaning operations.
  • Ability to assist trained operators as a helper.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
  • Ability to use basic hand tools, such as wrenches and clamps.
  • Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work under direct supervision.
  • Must be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and qualify as a “U.S. Person” because the position requires access to EAR- or ITAR-controlled technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect parts before, during, and after processing.
  • Operate machinery and instruments competently and safely, including routine maintenance.
  • Complete fork truck training if designated.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Locate and understand relevant quality-system documentation in the Valence computer system.
  • Understand and perform the steps defined in Valence ROUTERs; complete routers correctly, correct input mistakes, and notify a superior about other router-related problems.
  • Process parts with little or no supervision.
  • Avoid damaging parts and protect parts from damage.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • 401(k) with a 3% company match
  • Holiday pay
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