Manufacturing Technician

• ◆Perform assigned technical tasks to written work instructions, procedures, and safety standards in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• ◆Execute startup and shutdown procedures and operate production equipment; monitor process conditions and control systems
• ◆Perform first-level troubleshooting on production equipment and tooling; provide feedback and work with maintenance and engineering teams to drive root cause of downtime
• ◆Use hand and power tools, precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers), and common test equipment for calibration, inspection, and basic repair
• ◆Read and interpret work instructions, mechanical/electrical/pneumatic schematics, drawings, and parts lists
• ◆Read and safely execute lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and follow all Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for the assigned area
• ◆Handle production and flight hardware correctly to prevent damage; perform quality inspections and identify defects and non-conformities
• ◆Perform preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and instruments; track schedule and maintain inventory of consumables
• ◆Record work accurately in Warp, Factory Manual, and related manufacturing systems (travelers, tickets, work orders, logs)
• ◆Support root cause analysis (e.g. 5-Why) for quality and process issues and implement corrective actions to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• ◆Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes with a focus on reducing cost and downtime and increasing yield
• ◆Ensure 5S standards are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area
• ◆Conduct or support training of production personnel; cross-train and rotate across tasks, stations, or lines as production demand shifts

• ✓High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• ✓1+ years of hands on work experience

• ✓Associate’s degree
• ✓2+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, maintenance, facilities, skilled trades, automotive, military, or a technical/vocational school program
• ✓Ability to read, interpret, and work from work instructions, layout drawings, mechanical/electrical/pneumatic schematics, and parts lists
• ✓Familiarity with hand and power tools and basic precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, multimeters)
• ✓Basic mechanical and/or electrical fundamentals (fasteners, pneumatics/hydraulics; Ohm’s law, multimeter use)
• ✓Proficiently use a computer and the Microsoft Office suite
• ✓Experience using production and inventory management software such as MES/ERP
• ✓Experience with root cause analysis and problem solving (e.g. 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D)
• ✓Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work closely with other technicians and cross-functional teams
• ✓Ability to identify and maintain priorities while working independently in a high-paced environment with minimal oversight
• ✓OSHA 10/30, forklift, or other relevant safety certifications

• ✓Must be open to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
• ✓Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• ✓Must be comfortable working in a production environment, which may include loud areas, fumes/odors, and the handling of hazardous chemicals depending on the assigned team
• ✓Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for the assigned manufacturing environment
• ✓Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

ITAR

• ✓To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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