What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabrication Operator A - 3rd Shift position at GKN Aerospace Inc?
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
At GKN Aerospace, we are pioneers in aerospace and defense manufacturing, dedicated to innovation, precision, and excellence. Our cutting-edge technology and commitment to quality have positioned as the worldwide leader in military aircraft canopies and commercial aircraft passenger cabin windows. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace and defense!
The Fabrication Operator (A) is responsible for working in manufacturing, performing task such as polishing acrylic, assembling cabin windows and pilot windows, cutting acrylic using hand tools such as band saws and manual saws, running custom machinery such as stretch machines, data entry, moving large pieces of acrylic (IE canopies, acrylic sheets), layup, coating, and setting up ovens and autoclaves. The Fabrication Operator (A) will support the manufacturing ramp up of windows, canopies and windshields for defense and commercial aircrafts.
3rd Shift Time: 9:45pm - 6:15am
- Contribute to their team in creating a Great Place to Work by role-modelling safety-first, a Kaizen mind-set, and supporting their colleagues
- Hold themselves, and fellow team members accountable to embody the GKNA culture principles
- Undertake all of their tasks in compliance with the standard work and their training, and make any problems; safety, quality, or other, immediately known to their TL
- Exemplify a safety-first mindset and follow all GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards
- Understand their teams People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cash and Cost Key Performance Indicators and their contribution to them
- Become certified at the Lean Foundation level and implement at least 1 Kaizen per month
- Support the team and TL in problem solving, contributing ideas based upon own experience of their tasks
- Be an active member of the team, promoting collective engagement with each other
- Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements:
- The company's Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policies
- Compliance and Ethics Policy on Contracting with the United States Government in all areas of responsibility involving direct and indirect contracting with the United States Government
- Export Control regulations
- Responsible for recording and maintaining accurate production records to ensure compliance
- Will be working while wearing a respirator
- Will work with chemicals and resins in the manufacturing
- Will use measuring tools, such as: Micrometer, Scale and Calipers to ensure compliance to blueprint
- Will comprehend and follow both verbal and written instructions outline in manufacturing documentation
- Will be working in a team environment
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- Fluent in English and able to demonstratestrong Reading and Writing operational proficiency
- Able to perform heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds assisted
- US Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance and site requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with ASI
- Has experience working in an Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
The compensation for this position is:
$19.82/hour
Why Join Us:
- Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative projects.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- Be part of a company shaping the future of aerospace and defense.
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We arethe place where human dreams, plus humanendeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
Nearest Major Market: Orange County
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
GKN is an equal opportunity employer.
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