Furnace Operator

Furnace Operator I – Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace is hiring for a motivated entry level Furnace Operator I. In this position you will be responsible for the production of carbon‑carbon composite production and other key industry technology.

Location: HWA
02:
Wheels & Brakes (Carbon)-Spoka 11135 W Westbow Lane, Spokane, WA, 99224 USA

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Person, U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.

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Security Clearance: None/Not Required

Rotating Shift: our operators love our 4 on - 4 off schedule, 7:00am - 7:00pm.

• Rotating between day/night shift every 6 weeks.
• Starting pay: $20.50/hr
• Shift differential of +$2.75/hr paid on both day and night shifts.
• Additional 16 hours/month in average of built‑in overtime.

• You will be part of a team‑oriented atmosphere and interact with other functional groups (e.g., engineering) on technical matters.
• You will uphold process integrity and ensure quality standards are met throughout all furnace operations.
• You will adhere to Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) regulations and proactively identify and address safety hazards.
• You will follow standard operating procedures to uphold safety protocols and ensure product quality.
• You will utilize basic to intermediate computer skills for data entry and process monitoring.
• You will be able to lift up to 25 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation (anything over 25 lbs. would need to be lift assisted).
• You will work 4 days on/4 days off – 12‑hour shifts, rotating days to nights every 6 weeks.

• You will gain the knowledge of all pertinent customer and company specifications including but not limited to international standards relating to the production of carbon‑carbon brake components & company policies.
• You will learn to operate a range of support equipment including Overhead Cranes, Forklifts, Vacuums, Scissor Lifts, and Power Tools.
• You will learn to conduct furnace readings, rounds, and oversee process flow to maintain optimal operation.
• You will learn to perform equipment preventative maintenance as directed and promptly report any mechanical or safety concerns to supervisors.
• You will acquire knowledge of Collins and customer specifications, finished products, and relevant policies.
• You will be trained on the basic operations of the furnace process.
• You will learn to recognize issues with the process equipment tolerance limits.

• Typically requires a HS diploma or GED.
• Experience using hand tools.

• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience.
• Experience with inventory control.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• And more!

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