Finishing Operator I

• Typically requires a HS Diploma or a GED
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience

• Ability to recognize problems with any process equipment & notify chain of command when tolerance limits are approached to avoid making defective parts.
• Ability to read drawings and operate per manufacturing procedures.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required.

At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Spokane, WA we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world. We’re currently hiring for a motivated, entry level Finishing Technician I. In this role, you will learn and be responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of automated chemical application equipment used to apply protective chemicals to carbon aircraft brakes. You’ll also complete manual chemical application processes and leverage automated riveting equipment to fasten hardware to the brake components. On the job training is provided as you learn and advance through a well-defined progression roadmap.

The Finishing Department is responsible for three primary requirements: apply protective coating to prevent oxidation, manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing, and fasten required hardware as part of the final assembly of carbon products for installation into aircraft brake assemblies. The Finishing department operates and maintains Fanuc brand robots for most of the coating processes and employees must undergo significant, company-provided training to perform this work. Repetitive movement of material less than 25 lbs. is required in some process steps to load/unload machines, conduct visual and mechanical inspections, and weigh and stack material. While some processes are manual, most of the work in this department is automated for ergonomic and safety reasons so confidence in troubleshooting digital and mechanical issues for equipment is a must.

• 4-on/4-off rotation equates to 6-months off every year!  
• Rotating day/night shift every 6 weeks
• 12-hour shifts: 6:00AM - 6:00PM / 6:00PM – 6:00AM

• →You will part of a team-oriented atmosphere and interact with other functional groups (e.g., engineering) on technical matters.
• →You will adhere to all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures.
• →You will be responsible for process monitoring and quality checks.
• →You will verify final assembled parts meet print.
• →You will observe and follow all environmental, health and safety procedures.
• →You will comply with all company policies and procedures.
• →You will participate in Continuous Improvement activities.     
• →You will maintain a clean and organized work area.
• →You will utilize basic to intermediate computer skills for data entry and process monitoring.

• →You will gain the knowledge of all pertinent customer and company specifications including but not limited to international standards relating to the production of carbon-carbon brake components & company policies

• →You will complete all training as assigned in the allotted time.

• →You will learn how to use forklift and pallet jack
• →You will learn how to use riveters both manual and automated
• →You will learn how to use scales, calipers, micrometers
• →You will learn how to use bar code scanning equipment
• →You will learn how to use various tools (mixes, hotplates, etc.)
• →You will learn how to operate the automated oxidation coating station
• →You will learn how to operate oxidation bake out ovens.
• →You will learn how to operate power and pneumatic equipment.
• →You will learn to operate automated material handling equipment