Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician I at our Lynnwood, WA location.
Weekday Shift, Monday-Thursday 5:00AM-3:30PM
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense spanets. 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 Production Assembler I works under supervision performing 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.
Essential Functions:
- Perform assigned assembly tasks
- Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, span, 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:
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
- Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:
Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment
You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
Salary range: $21.96 - $28.95. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.