Surface Prep Technician - Grit Blast (1st shift, Mon-Fri)
About The Position
The entry level Surface Prep Technician supports the Grit Blast Technicians by preparing parts for operations. Technicians will apply various types of masking to components for in-process operations. As a member of the surface prep team you will conduct pre and post-application tasks on turbine engine parts for subsequent dimensional restoration operations while learning more about thermal spray theory and application. 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. This position performs its duties in a modern climate-controlled facility.
Requirements
- Careful attention to detail.
- Technical aptitude.
- The ability to learn to read and interpret shop drawings and diagrams.
- Capable of learning the use of measuring gages, such as micrometers and calipers and the understanding of 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 perform the job with minimum supervision.
Nice To Haves
- High school or technical school graduate or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Organize components staged in your department to support a more efficient schedule.
- Review router and operational sketches to identify the work to be performed.
- Gather and set up required tooling such as fixtures, gauges, and other items.
- Mask components as required to protect surfaces from subsequent operations.
- Trim masking using knives, razor blades, or other sharp tools. Trim masking in accordance with detailed work instructions to precise dimensions.
- Remove masking from components.
- Inspect work for completion and quality.
- Follow written work instructions accurately including engineered sketches and drawings.
- General housekeeping such as sweeping, organizing, and general cleanup.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k program with company match
- Continuing education
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Vacation days
- Personal days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
