Shot Peen Technician (3rd Shift, Mon-Fri)

Component Repair Technologies • Mentor, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The position of Shot Peen Technician will apply their skills and knowledge in the disciplines of shot peen processes, (or similar types of processes),operations, and application on turbine engine components. At CRT, shot peen is used as a metal cold working process that creates a compressive residual stress layer at the component surface designed to increase fatigue life. This is accomplished by impacting the metal surface of the component with shot (small metallic particles) sufficient enough to create plastic deformation. This is accomplished via computer aided programing equipment.
As a Shot Peen Technician, you will work alongside experienced team members and gain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in your career. You will become familiar with various types of equipment and techniques. As your skills increase, so will your responsibilities, giving you hands-on experience, growth, and additional responsibilities.
The position performs its primary functions in a climate-controlled and modern state-of-the-art facility. Through our extensive in-house training program, the successful applicant will be instructed via a series of computer based and hands-on training, the necessary skills of the position.

Requirements

• Two years minimum experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Possess a solid mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand step-by-step processes, with the ability to read, interpret, and follow work instructions and accurately.
• Experience in or the demonstrated ability to use basic measuring devices, such as scales, micrometers, dial indicators and calipers.
• Familiarity with shop general math skills.

Nice To Haves

• High school or technical school graduate or equivalent.
• Familiar with or able to learn basic shop math.
• Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to use hand tools and have good hand eye coordination.
• Ability to work independently and have the knowledge to perform the job with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Set-up and prepare computer (CNC) shot peen equipment by reading work instructions and selecting computerized programs already written.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately. Clearly understand all instructions prior to beginning by referencing and applying work instructions as outlined in internal and external documents.
• Control coverage areas to be shot peened.
• Monitor CNC program for proper execution.
• Evaluate surface areas after operation to verify coverage is complete, uniform and qualify of surface treatments meets all requirements.
• Secure supplies, such as racks, tooling, baskets, and product prior to commencing operation.
• Perform routine inspection and minor maintenance on shot peen equipment.
• Clean, adjust and maintain equipment using hand tools.
• Utilize daily, overhead crane and lifting equipment.
• Accurately log all process and results in department job log.

Benefits

• Two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution. Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages.
• Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• The company offers a 401k program with company match.
• Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
• Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
• Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED