Wax - Assembly Operator 2nd shift

Chromalloy • Tampa, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Wax Assembly Operator to clean, prepare, and assemble wax patterns and related components used in the manufacturing of aerospace parts. This role follows engineering specifications, standard work, and customer requirements to help ensure quality, accuracy, and on-time production. At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Ability to work safely, follow procedures, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Good hand dexterity and ability to perform detailed assembly work.
• Close vision, depth perception, and color recognition required for defect identification.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection, safety glasses, hand protection, and safety-toed shoes.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ months of manufacturing, assembly, inspection, or related experience preferred.
• Prior aerospace, manufacturing, or precision assembly experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare wax patterns and core components prior to assembly.
• Remove defects using approved tools and methods.
• Inspect wax patterns to ensure they meet quality requirements before assembly.
• Read and follow engineering sketches, practices, and work instructions.
• Assemble wax patterns, gating, sprues, bleeders, pour cups, ceramic cores, and other mold components.
• Use hot irons, water welders, scalpels, adhesives, and other assembly tools as required.
• Repair minor imperfections and address quality concerns as directed.
• Complete required paperwork and accurately sign off on production routers.
• Transfer completed work to the next operation and communicate job status to the team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What This Job Offers

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