Assembler

hexcel; Washington; On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel in Kent, WA is hiring an Assembler to join our manufacturing team. The role involves hand assembling composite materials, setup of tools, drilling and countersinking to tight tolerances, and performing sealing/secondary bonding.

Candidates should have 4–6 months of assembly experience or a composites certificate plus a HS diploma/GED. Applicants must be able to read procedures and drawings, work with chemicals, and lift up to 35 lb.

Qualifications

• 4–6 months of assembly experience or a composites certificate and a high school diploma or GED.
• Stable work history, team oriented and able to work with others.
• Basic math including fractions and percentages.
• Ability to work with chemicals, sealants, paints and cleaners.
• Experience reading procedures, drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to work all shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assemble composite materials by hand and install components.
• Set up tools and drill/countersink within tolerances.
• Use power and manual tools for extended periods.
• Perform sealing and secondary bonding operations.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints, work orders, and specs.
• Maintain safety and wear PPE; follow company policies.
• Meet deadlines in a multi-task environment and keep records.

Skills

Assembly experience

Math skills

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Composites certificate

Tools

Drill setup

Rivet guns

Measuring tools

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the "strength within."

Hexcel is currently seeking an Assembler for their Kent, WA location.

Salary Range $20.00 - $32.18

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Minimum of four (6) months of recent applicable assembly experience or a composites certificate from a Hexcel approved program and High school diploma or GED required.
• Perform assembly of composite materials by hand; Install metallic and nonmetallic details.
• Setup tools, drill and countersink within close tolerances, using workorder instructions.
• Use power and manual tools to perform assembly operations for extended periods of time.
• Perform sealing and secondary bonding operations.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints, work orders and area work instructions from text, drawings, and computer/internet.
• Manage priorities and meet deadlines with 100% accuracy in a multi-task environment.
• Follow oral and written instructions and write record processes as required.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to recognize issues and resolve or escape appropriately.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required for this position.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of four (6) months of recent applicable assembly experience or a composites certificate from a Hexcel approved program and High school diploma or GED required.
• Applicants must show a stable work history, preferably in manufacturing and ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Must have basic math skills including fractions and percentages.
• Must be able to work with chemicals, sealants, paints and cleaners on a regular basis.
• Knowledge in setting up tools, drills, grinders rivet guns and/or measurement tools.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and following work instructions, procedures, contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required for this position.
• Production employees are required to be able to work all shifts.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The employee must regularly stand, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Employees are often required to lift large, awkward tools that weigh up to 35 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.