Special Process Operator (Hot Form)

Pursuit Aerospace • Whitesboro, NY

17h • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Process Operator prepares equipment, components, and materials for special production processes, develops and improves processes, and solves problems within a manufacturing specialty area. This role prepares parts for thermal spray application, operates plasma spray equipment and six-axis robots, performs coating operations, maintains equipment and supplies, and loads vacuum and atmosphere heat-treatment furnaces. The position is onsite 100% of the time in Whitesboro, New York.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques in metal fabricating, welding, or machining.
• Working knowledge of thermal spray equipment, preferably plasma, HVOF, and flame spray.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
• Manual dexterity.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and participate with team members.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for thermal spray application by interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints, cleaning and masking parts, grit blasting, and completing other required preparation.
• Set up and operate six-axis robots for the plasma spray system using technical data and coating spray schedules.
• Perform thermal coating operations in accordance with technical data and customer instructions.
• Maintain equipment in operational condition, repair parts to support continuous spray operations, and ensure consumables are adequately supplied.
• Load vacuum and atmosphere heat-treatment furnaces according to required specifications.
• Work to close tolerances and understand and perform inspection techniques using measuring tools.
• Comply with occupational health and safety acts and regulations, and use or wear required protective equipment, devices, and clothing.
• Report potentially dangerous equipment or protective-device defects, contraventions of acts or regulations, and known hazards to management.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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