Anodizer: 5th Shift; Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

Skills Inc., one of Washington State’s largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer’s requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Anodizer to join our team. The ideal candidate will control anodizing equipment to provide corrosion resistant surface to aluminum objects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Selects holding racks according to size, shape, and number of objects to be anodized.
• Wires or clips objects to anodizing racks and immerses rack in series of cleaning, etching, and rinsing baths.
• Positions objects in anodizing tank by suspending them from anode.
• Estimates amount of electric current and time required to anodize material.
• Turns rheostat to regulate flow of current.
• Removes objects from tank after specified time, rinses objects, and immerses them in bath of hot water or dichromate solution to seal oxide coating.
• Hangs objects on racks to air dry.
• Immerses objects in dye bath to color them for decorative or identification purposes.
• Anodizes work pieces with corrosion resistant material.
• Coaches and mentors Finish Helpers in the Anodize Department.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 months racking experience and prior Chem Treat Operator certification.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles
• Ability to provide direction and guidance
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.

ITAR – US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.’s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant periods of standing and /or walking.
• Frequently lift or move up to 15 lbs.
• Frequent repetitive motions.
• Frequently use fingers/hands/arms to grasp, pinch, pull, feel and reach.
• Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional use of Industry standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Occasional exposure to indoor manufacturing environment.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasional exposure to moderate noise.

Definitions:

Constant (5-8 hrs. /shift)

Frequent (2-5 hrs. /shift)

Occasional (Up to 2 hrs. /shift)

SHIFT SCHEDULE

5th Shift; Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

TOTAL REWARDS SUMMARY

At Skills Inc., our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents, which is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan to eligible employees.

SALARY PAY RANGE

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting Social Enterprise and is organized as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit. We have four lines of business; Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, Technical Services, and Business Solutions, that operate in 3 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission three ways; direct hire, vocational programs and services, and as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $17.00-$31.00

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Paid Vacation*
• Paid Sick
• 401(k) with a percentage company-match contribution*
• Paid holidays*- prorated based on shift
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Plan

EEO and ADA STATEMENT

Skills Inc. is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invite employees, participants in our services, vendors, and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age, ability, gender, race, sexual orientation, perspectives, and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believe our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities, activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.