Aerospace Metal Fabricator (Bench Mechanic)

RBC Bearings; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k plan

Job summary

RBC Bearings in Franklin, Indiana is seeking a Bench Mechanic I to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on pressure testing and cleaning aircraft components, with emphasis on safety and routing compliance.

It is an entry-level position with training in duct and metal fabrication, working under the Operations Manager. The candidate should pass FAA drug screening and background checks, have a valid driver's license, and read, write, and speak English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass FAA drug screen and background check.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform pressure testing and cleaning of aircraft engine components per routing.
• Operate a product clean line.
• Bead blast product as required.
• In-process visual inspection to a check fixture.
• Assist packaging and shipping during peak production.
• Serve as backup to deliver parts locally via company van.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Leadership ability

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

HS diploma

Job description

Airtomic Ducting Solutions Located in Franklin Indiana, Airtomic Ducting Solutions is a growing ducting aerospace solutions provider. Our dynamic team works closely together to support our customers and ensuring the success of our business. We focus on providing our employees with opportunities to learn and grow. We provide our customers with best in class service. We strive understand our customers, market and product to maximize our results.

Position Summary

The Bench Mechanic I is a key member of the manufacturing team in a high mix, lower volume environment, reporting to the Operations manager. Airtomic is an FAA Repair Station, this position performs all required pressure testing and cleaning of all aircraft engine components as defined in the engineering process routing. Read and understand routing instructions are critical to ensure product safety. The position is entry level in the production process, leading to training in duct and metal fabrication and repair. The ideal candidate enjoys problem solving, working in a fast-paced environment and self-directed.

Key Position Responsibilities

• Acts proactively supporting safety at all times. Safety is ALWAYS first
• Position is up tempo and very detail oriented
• Operate a product clean line
• Air and water pressure test integrity for all required tubes, ducts & manifolds
• Bead blast product as required
• In process visual inspection to a check fixture
• Ensures products adhere to quality standards
• Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• Ability to adapt, communicate, be decisive, be dependable, and take initiative.
• Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers
• Ensure hazardous materials are properly labeled, stored, handled for proper disposal.
• Polishing and basic blending of product
• Assist packaging & shipping when production peaks
• Serve as a backup to deliver parts locally via the company van
• Retrieve fixtures
• Ensures products adhere to quality standards
• As required, performs work assignments as directed

Required Qualification / Education / And/or Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position
• Ability to organize priorities, daily tasks and complete actions on time, in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic and leadership ability
• Must be able to show proof of legally ability to work in United States
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be able to pass FAA drug screen and background check

Physical Demands

• Light to moderate physical effort required.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, and move about the facility

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace / Defense industry experience a plus
• FAA A&P certificate is a strong plus
• Read and interpret blueprints and approved technical data
• Experience working in a manufacturing facility
• Experience working with hand tools

Travel –

0%

Relationships

• Reports to Operation Manager
• Daily interaction with all levels within RBC Bearings and customers

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and company matched 401k plan.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/H