Knockout Operator; Albany

Knockout Operator – Aerospace Titanium Production – Swing Shift

This role is a full‑time, non‑management position focused on the safe removal of shells, gates, and risers from parts to produce rough castings.

Benefits include quarterly bonus, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and company‑paid life insurance.

The Knockout Operator is responsible for the safe removal of shells, gates, and risers from parts to produce rough castings.

• Remove shells from basic/non‑complex parts using a water blaster, sand blaster, and hand tools.
• Assist Senior Operators in removing shell casings from parts, using the caustic tank.
• Assist Senior Operators in utilizing a cutting torch and band saw to cut off smaller, non‑complex parts.
• Perform inspections to ensure that machinery and equipment in the department are used safely.
• May be required to manage hazardous wastes.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge and understanding of safe working standards and practices.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with others as a supportive team member.

• High School diploma or GED (preferred).
• Experience operating a forklift (preferred).
• Ability to work effectively with all levels in a fast‑paced environment.
• Compliance with general company attendance standards (required).
• HS diploma or equivalent GED required; candidates without this who possess relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Solid job history with more than one year at a previous or recent employer.
• Willingness to undergo a pre‑employment background check.
• Willingness to participate in pre‑employment and periodic drug screening.
• Previous experience operating a cutting torch (preferred).

• Exposure to dust, dirt, heat, cold, noise, and vibration.
• Must wear hearing and eye protection when performing duties.
• The job is often performed under somewhat disagreeable working conditions; exposure to any or all of the mentioned elements is likely, with at least one present to the extent of being disagreeable.

Swing Shift.

U.S. person status is required for this position to comply with the Arms Export Control and Export Administration Act, defined as U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or protected individuals.

CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.