Shot Peen Operator: 1st Shift

Shot Peen Operator

Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers, offers world-class, competitively priced products and services that exceed customers' rigorous standards and expectations for excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded nonprofit organization with a social mission to train, employ, and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

Job Summary

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Shot Peen Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will shot peen parts to customer specifications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates Shot Peen machinery such as Automated Multi Nozzle Pass Thru Machines, Automated Wheel Style Table, Manual Peen Cabinet, (Almen Gauge), Sieve Shaker.
• Set up Part Verification Tool, verifying intensities against Technique Sheets and existing Saturation Curves, ensuring requirements are being met.
• Create Technique Sheets on all new part numbers and update existing ones.
• Create Saturation Curves.
• Mask parts according to specifications and drawings.
• Reads job requirements to determine machine adjustments and proper positioning of parts.
• Observes machine operation to detect any malfunction.
• Checks parts for burrs, sharp edges, or any inconsistency in the machining operations that will affect the quality or integrity of the parts.
• Inspect parts after peening for complete coverage, rollover, and bulging.
• Participate in internal audits as well as NADCAP audits.

Preferred Qualifications

• Requires initial certification and annual recertification.
• Maintain inspection stamp and responsibilities involved.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as replacing worn parts, metering valve adjustments, and minor modifications to enhance performance and/or efficiency.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
• Follow work rules and standard safety regulations at all times.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English through verbal communication, American Sign Language, or adaptive technology

Confidentiality

This position may require access to sensitive information, which must be handled with the utmost discretion. This means that information and/or documentation related to employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

Preferred Education/Experience

• High school Diploma/GED

ITAR – US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply. These rules require that only "U.S. persons," as defined by law, can access, view, or share sensitive information or materials related to defense and military technologies. A "U.S. person" is a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or someone admitted as a refugee or asylee.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Frequently able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (with help).
• Constant periods of standing or walking throughout the workday.
• Occasional periods of sitting at a workstation throughout the workday.
• Constant repetitive motions.
• Constantly required to use fingers/hands/arms to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, and reach.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Constant use of industry-standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Constant exposure to moderate noise.

Shift Assignment

1st Shift;
Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Total Rewards Summary

At Skills Inc., our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents. That is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) savings plan for eligible employees.

Salary Description

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting social enterprise organized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We have three lines of business:
Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, and Business Solutions, which operate in 2 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people, and our social mission is to train, employ, and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission in three ways: direct hire, vocational programs and services, and serving as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $18.00-$30.00

Benefits Summary

• Paid Vacation*
• Paid Sick
• 401(k) with a percentage…