1st Shift Production Technician

Rocket Lab; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace sector is seeking an experienced Production Technician. The role involves working with composite structures and performing tasks such as tape wrapping and compression molding. Candidates must have a strong ability to lift heavy objects and detailed knowledge of production processes. Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge production methods in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Production Technician preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive motions.
• Experience working with composite materials and following ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and maintain production equipment.
• Measure and inspect products for defects using precision instruments.
• Adjust temperature controls and mix materials as required.

Skills

Composite Structures

Quality Inspection

Production Processing

Job description

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

Without the strength of our employees, we would not be able to offer the industry-leading service we’re known for. We’re seeking an experienced Production Technician to work in the machine shop. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as a Production Technician.

The Production Technician works in all areas of Production which includes, working with composite structures, producing complex assemblies, tape wrapping, and compression molding.

KARMAN SPACE & DEFENSE: Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to customers, creating a supply chain solution in a historically fragmented supply base. The Karman team draws on in-house expertise in engineering & design, precision machining, large part forming, welding, heat age, finishing, assembly, ablative & insulative composites, and other capabilities to serve as a strategic partner to customers. Karman is headquartered in greater Los Angeles and currently has 5 locations in Southern California and 1 location in Mukilteo, Washington.

Equal Opportunity

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete work orders/travelers when they are scheduled to be finalized.
• Utilizing ISO 9001/AS9100 standards.
• Understand the production process in the various areas which include tape wrapping, cutting, and compression molding and hand layup of composites.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Mix and measure resin and adhesive.
• Adjust temperature controls of ovens.
• Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
• Maintain production or processing equipment.
• Use of upper body mobility, such as bending, use of arms and hands, and standing for the majority of the time.

REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 2-3 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Repetitive motion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constant standing/walking/sitting for at least 8 hours.
• Pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, stooping or carrying up to 50 lbs. Min 35lbs.
• Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.
• Holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).
• Occasional extending of arms to reach overhead, at shoulder level and below shoulder level.
• Occasional forklift driving required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position operates in a warehouse/shop/manufacturing environment

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• No travel is required for this position

As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E-Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.

1st shift - 6:00am to 2:30pm