Operator, Bench

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.

As a Bench Operator (Blender) you'll set up and operate a variety of hand tools such as hammers, files, dremel's, drills, presses, pedestal grinders and belt grinders, low temperature ovens and hand grinders to perform various operations such as blending, blasting & stripping, chasing threads, deburring, angle checking, coldworking metals, masking.

**Entry level position, no experience needed. We will train qualified candidates.

What you'll do:

• Conduct airfoil blending on a variety of Turbine Engine Blades utilizing a belt sander and pedestal grinders, using the correct blending materials and techniques to restore the correct profile and contour of the Turbine Engine Blades per the Engine Manuals.
• Ensure maintenance operations are performed in the appropriate sequence.
• Ensure that all test equipment or tools used to make airworthiness determinations is labeled in accordance with the RSQM before use.
• Complete the appropriate paperwork.
• Complete all maintenance or alteration processes IAW established standard work processes.
• Support cell personnel with the performance and appropriate documentation of maintenance or alterations performed.
• Confirm quality of work performed through routine in-process checks.
• Track and communicate status of assigned work orders to ensure on time delivery is met.
• Cover for absent team members to avoid interrupting the flow.
• Perform start-up and shut down activities of the production facility as assigned.

Requirements:

• Previous experience reading/interpreting manuals, technical drawings, and/or blueprints.
• Lift up to 25lbs without assistance.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time during the blending process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• You must be (or become) thoroughly familiar with the use of all tooling, equipment, technical data and inspection aids for their overhauling of the Blades.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities