Aerospace Production Operator – 1st Shift

Chromalloy Corporation; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Chromalloy is seeking a Production Operator to support manufacturing and repair of aerospace components in a fast-paced environment. You will perform production, cleaning, assembly, and processing tasks following standard work instructions and safety procedures.

Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri 6:30a-3:00p. You will cross-train across areas, use tools to prepare, clean, and assemble parts, and verify quality with inspection tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn multiple manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Cross-train and perform production operations across multiple manufacturing areas.
• Use hand tools, power tools, machinery, and shop equipment to prepare, clean, process, repair, and assemble aerospace components.
• Follow work instructions and procedures to cut, shape, bond, form, inject, cure, trim, drill, and repair composite and metal parts.
• Perform chemical cleaning and surface preparation processes.
• Conduct hand cleaning operations including acid etch, sanding, blending, and deburring.
• Use measuring and inspection tools to verify quality requirements.
• Inspect and certify your own work in accordance with established standards.
• Load, transport, and stage components throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate material handling equipment such as hoists, cranes, and industrial trucks as authorized.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and manufacturing standards.

Skills

English fluency

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Machinery operation

Work instructions

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Team work

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Gauges & inspection tools

Cranes/hoists

Job description

Chromalloy is seeking a Production Operator to support manufacturing and repair of aerospace components in a fast-paced environment. You will perform production, cleaning, assembly, and processing tasks following standard work instructions and safety procedures.

Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri 6:30a-3:00p. You will cross-train across areas, use tools to prepare, clean, and assemble parts, and verify quality with inspection tools.