Production Assembler III- 1st Shift

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Production Assembler III- 1st shift at our Lynnwood, WA location. Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics! Job Summary: The Assembler III – Production position applies extensive knowledge and skill in the assembly field, working with little or no supervision to perform assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Assembler IV - Production communicates with all levels of the Value Stream as well as performs visual and dimensional inspection. Essential Functions: • Perform assigned assembly tasks • Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies • Demonstrate proficiency in performing established operations within at least 4 area processes • Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery • Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals • Train and mentor new employees and other team members in new processes, procedures and Crane tools • Prioritize daily demand per Master Schedule Report for the cell(s) they are working in • Discuss and problem solve quality issues with Manufacturing Engineers, the Quality group, and leadership • Create IT, Facilities work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality and material issues • Resolve Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and perform First Article Inspection’s (FAIs) • Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement • Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy; Proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering group to implement solutions • Complete job-related company training courses • Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise • Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary • Support engineering related builds • Certified Designated Inspector • Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately and close work orders • Ability to assist in the creation of sequence of operations and installation requirements based on review and understanding of drawings and oral instructions • Any other task assigned by supervisor or management Non-Essential Functions: • Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits • Perform inventory cycle counts • May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies Minimum Qualifications: • Experience: 5-10 years of experience in a related field or equivalent training • Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods • Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Proficient in operating software tools (ie. Oracle, Teamcenter, QMS, Excel) • Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting • Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent; Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience • Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Preferred Qualifications: • IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair Certification • Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule • Ability to coach and mentor • Ability to work under a microscope Working Conditions: • Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment • Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE • May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds Mental/Visual: use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses Workspace: assembly cell Top Benefits: As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electron