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Aerospace NDT Assistant - 3rd Shift

Hytek Finishes Co.
Kent, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2025
Job Overview

Job Title: Process Support 2 - NDT Assistant - 3rd Shift

Reports to: Value Stream Manager

Location: Kent, WA

Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)

Schedule: 3rd Shift; Training on 1st Shift for approximately 90 days.

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.)

Job Summary

Employees in this position will learn how to perform tasks in support of the Level 1 and Level II Non-Destructive Testing Inspector(s) including loading, running, and unloading the ovens for stress bakes and vapor degreasing. To succeed in this role, the NDT Assistant will maintain and organize a daily schedule of process bake times and communicate appropriately to variable departments including, but not limited to, NDT and Plating. NDT Assistants perform operations in accordance with Military and OEM specifications.

Responsibilities

Work closely with experienced Level I and II NDT Inspectors to complete work and prioritize tasks.

Learn to follow shop traveler, technique card, customer Purchase Orders, and instructions from experienced NDT Inspectors.

Learn general review of paperwork to ensure all previous operations were completed. Notify supervisor and Quality Assurance if any errors.

Learn to prepare parts prior to operations including mechanical or chemical cleaning.

Learn to perform pre and post cleaning surface finish requirements.

Learn to follow Quality Assurance requirements.

Must follow safety precautions as trained.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must have a regular and dependable attendance record.

Demonstrated strong organizational skills.

Ability to multitask.

Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Ability to Read/Write Communicate in English with other employees, 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.

Education/Previous Experience Requirements

1-2 years in an aerospace production and/or similar manufacturing environment a plus.

Essential Mental/Physical Demands

Ability to lift occasionally: (floor to waist) 33 lbs., (waist to shoulder) 3 lbs (waist to waist) 3 lbs., 22 lbs.

Ability to carry 33 lbs. occasionally

Ability to push/pull 38 lbs. occasionally

Ability to stand and walk occasionally

Ability to sit frequently

Ability to reach from the shoulder and overhead occasionally and from the waist constantly

Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, crawl occasionally

Ability to climb stairs and ladders occasionally

Ability to push/pull and twist occasionally

Ability to pivot, grasp, pinch frequently

Ability to see/hear/feel constantly - hearing protection required when working in the area

Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and fumes from metal finishing chemicals. Temperatures in the work environment can fluctuate with outside weather conditions. Due to the manufacturing environment, Personal Protection Equipment may be required including safety glasses, goggles, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, and respirator (provided by Company).

Salary Range for position: $ 18.50 - $ 23.00

Full benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plus company matching, Profit Sharing Plan, 3-weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, company sponsored short- and long-term disability, life insurance, company sponsored accidental death & dismemberment insurance, 10 paid holidays, prescription safety glasses benefit, and onsite health services that includes access to a massage

Salary : $19 - $23

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