Assembler II

ontic; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontic in Chatsworth, CA is seeking Assemblers to build simple to moderate complexity aircraft parts. You will assemble sub-assemblies and assemblies per blueprints, perform in-process testing, and ensure workmanship meets customer specifications.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and meeting daily production goals. The ideal candidate has high school education, familiarity with aerospace manufacturing, and the ability to read blueprints and use standard shop tools.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, specifications and schematics.
• Experience using standard measuring tools (micrometers, indicators, height gauges).
• Ability to use volt meters, power supplies, hand presses and general hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build components per work instructions, blueprints, and specs daily.
• Perform in-process testing as required.
• Ensure quality workmanship and conformance to specs.
• Recommend changes to manufacturing instructions as needed.
• Meet daily production assignments and learn new products.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Blueprints & schematics

Measuring tools

Volt meters & power supplies

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers/Indicators/Height gauges

Job description

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Ontic's Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for Assemblers at our Chatsworth, CA office.

This position is responsible for assembling and manufacturing simple to moderate complexity products (such as sub-assemblies, assemblies used in DC lighting) for aircraft. The key to success in this position is the delivery of on time quality parts by assuring precise conformance to specifications, workmanship standards and customer requirements. In addition to the technical skills required, the ultimate foundation of the Assembly Department is teamwork and displaying certain behaviors to support the success of the team. Key behaviors include teamwork, trust, respect for co-workers, consensus building and integrity. We approach challenges willingly and consider continuous improvement a daily part of the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES FOR THIS JOB

• Build assemblies per work instructions, blueprints and specifications daily
• Perform in-process testing as required
• Perform Quality Workmanship
• Recommend work instruction changes to manufacturing outline as needed
• Meet daily production assignments.
• Ability and desire to learn new products

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• New product support/ participation
• Teamwork
• Keeping commitments
• Scrap Rate/and or Rework

Qualifications

Education/Certification: General knowledge equivalent to high school education.

Required Knowledge:

• Aerospace manufacturing environment desired.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, specifications and schematics desired
• Capable of using all standard measuring tools (i.e. mics/indicators/height gauges/etc.).
• Ability to use volt meters, power supplies, hand presses, general hand tools.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

• Finger Dexterity: Hand eye coordination, steady hands, ability to operate shop equipment.
• Talking: Clear verbal communication in English
• Visual abilities: Must be able to identify colors and read minimum of 8-point font

WORKING CONDITIONS

The key physical requirements of this position include regular attendance, 50% walking or standing in production areas, some sitting, pushing, reaching overhead and bending to the floor.

MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

• Reasoning ability: must be organized, able to keep good records and feedback information in an organized manner. Ability to take instructions, work with minimal supervision, stay on task; ask the right questions, communicate with all levels of the company, and formulate information in a logical manner and follow through to produce results.
• Mathematics ability: ability to use all applicable shop math such as: adding, subtracting, and multiplying/dividing whole and decimal numbers.
• Language ability: Ability to effectively speak, comprehend and write in English.

Compensation Pay Range

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Equal Opportunity

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Export Control Compliance

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a 'U.S. Person ' as defined by 22. C.F.R. §120.15 is required. 'U.S. Person' includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.