What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Flow Operator position at Burke Aerospace?
Step into the world of high-tech aerospace manufacturing, where precision meets teamwork. As an Airflow Operator, you’ll get hands-on with turbine engine parts that power flight—learning cutting-edge processes, working side by side with skilled technicians, and being part of a close-knit team that takes pride in getting every detail just right.
Summary
The Airflow Operator is responsible for performing airflow testing on manufactured turbine engine components.
Responsibilities
- Perform air flow testing on turbines engine parts following operation sheet
o Confirm serial number of part and record the number
o Load part onto airflow fixture; run machine and review the reading
o Ensure part meets specifications, if it doesn’t notify supervisor
- Produce quality and quantity of work in accordance with Company requirements.
- Responsible for accurately completing paperwork related to airflow process
- Perform duties with good machining and operating practices at all times.
- Maintains area, equipment, and tooling in a neat, orderly condition including operator maintenance sheets.
- Proactively solve process or system related problems and coordinate with other team members/departments when necessary for resolution of problems
- Comply with OSHA, health, safety and environment requirements.
- May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individuals’ skills.
Qualifications
- United States Citizen or Green card holder
- Desire to learn and work in a manufacturing environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong listening and communication skills; verbal and written skills
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Novice understanding of Lean/Continuous Improvement Methodologies
- Demonstrated self-starter
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn Manufacturing ERPs (Job Boss)
Physical Requirements
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. May be required to move, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and/or complete repetitive motions during course of work.
- Frequent walking, standing and repetitive motion
Visual Requirements
Required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
Environmental Conditions
Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.
Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
Oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
EEO Statement
BURKE AEROSPACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at BURKE AEROSPACE, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination. It is the responsibility of every employee to follow this policy to the letter; BURKE AEROSPACE will not tolerate violation of it — or ignorance of it.