Assembler I - Cabin

Crane Company; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company in Burbank, CA seeks an Assembler I - Cabin to perform assembly tasks for aerospace products under supervision, following military and other standards with visual, verbal, and written instructions.

The role requires 0–2 years in manufacturing, a high school diploma or equivalent, and skills in reading, communication, and basic computing; IPC soldering certification preferred. Overtime may be required and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and related techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication; reading comprehension in English; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned assembly tasks.
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies.
• Test finished assemblies.
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery.
• Observe health and safety procedures when handling hazardous chemicals; report issues to lead or supervisor.
• Participate in area and machinery cleaning and team meetings for improvement.
• Cross-train to work on at least 2 products.
• Complete job-related company training courses.
• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, and Problem Solving.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading comprehension

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

IPC Soldering Certification

Job description

About Crane

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

About Crane

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The Assembler I - Cabin 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, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies
• Test finished assemblies
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect the correctness and quality of the work in process
• Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for
• improvement
• Cross-train to work on at least 2 products
• 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
• 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

• Experience: 0-2 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Basic computer skills (understanding of basic software)
• Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision
• capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept handeye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting
• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC Soldering Certification

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

Eligibility Requirement:

This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Physical Requirements

• 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

Salary Range: $21.74/hr. - $27.05/hr.

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications

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.