Aerospace Anodize Operator - 2nd Shift

Title:

Anodize Operator - 2nd Shift

Location:

Kent, WA

Type:
Full Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)

Reports to:

Production Managers (Value Stream or Shift)

Schedule:

2nd Shift (Monday to Friday 2:00 p.m.

- 10:30 p.m.). Hytek production is open 24 hours per day. All shifts are as follows: 1st shift (Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m.

- 10:30 p.m.), 3rd shift (Sunday - Friday, 10:00 p.m.

- 6:30 a.m.)

Employees in this position use a variety of methods to process parts in preparation for plating and other coatings. The operators perform operations in accordance with Military and OEM specifications. This is a trainee operator position in our Anodize department. Employees in this position will process a variety of parts in our Anodize department. Anodize Operators may be required to join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
* The Anodize Operators perform operations in accordance with Military, Industry and OEM specifications.

* FAA DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requires an initial drug test including a screen for THC, subject to quarterly Drug & BAT testing.

• Work closely with experienced Anodize Operator to complete work and prioritize tasks for On-Time delivery.
• Follow technique card, customer Purchase Orders and drawings, and instructions from experienced Anodize Operators to prepare and process parts; prepare, understand, and document technique cards.
• Prepare parts prior to operations including racking; use proper tooling and fixtures, when applicable.
• Legibly sign off on work once completed and Operator Self Verification inspection has occurred.
• General review of paperwork and Operator Self Verification inspection of job to ensure all previous operations were completed. Notify supervisor and Quality Assurance if any errors.
• Knowledge of pre and post cleaning surface finish requirements.
• Familiar with Quality Assurance requirements & rework procedures.
• Be familiar with engineering drawing notations.
• Be familiar with the safety precautions & know how to avoid injury to personnel.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities to drive positive change in productivity, delivery, and service. Be involved in Kaizen events as needed either as a participant or supporter.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above.
• Other duties as assigned.

• May be required to join the FAA Repair Station program, including the FAA Drug & Alcohol random selection pool.
• Required to participate in annual Hearing Conservation testing.
• Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE based upon requirements in working area.
• Demonstrated ability to train and positively influence others.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work both independently, as a team, and with customers (both internally and externally).
• Excellent accuracy with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to solve tactical and strategic problems and issues arising in this position.
• Ability to learn and use Lean Tools and techniques to solve tactical and strategic problems and issues arising in this position.
• Ability to multi task effectively.
• Must have a regular and dependable attendance record.
• Ability to Read/Write Communicate in English with Customers and auditors.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. An export license will be required to work in all areas of the facility.

• 1-2 years in manufacturing environment a plus.

• Ability to lift (occasionally up to 63 lbs. occasionally).
• Ability to stand and walk (frequently).
• Ability to sit (occasionally).
• Ability to reach from the shoulder and overhead (occasionally) and from the waist (frequently).
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, (occasionally).
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders (occasionally).
• Ability to push/pull (frequently).
• Ability to pivot, twist, pinch (occasionally).
• Ability to grasp (frequently).
• Ability to see/hear/feel constantly - hearing protection required when working in the area.

Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne…