Assembly Operator

Elevate Aircraft Seating; United States; On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free electric car charging stations

3 weeks of Paid Time Off

12 paid holidays

Affordable health care plans

Job summary

Elevate Aircraft Seating in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking an Assembly Operator to join our team. The role involves assembling complex mechanisms per engineering drawings and specifications, maintaining production tools, and ensuring traceability throughout manufacturing.

The position requires 1–3 years of direct assembly experience, basic electrical knowledge, and the ability to work onsite in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 1–3 years of direct assembly experience preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex mechanisms per latest drawings and specs.
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain and repair production equipment and tools as needed.
• Ensure work orders and traceability books are updated throughout manufacturing.
• Promote safe work practices and clean work areas.

Skills

Basic electrical knowledge

Read engineering drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree preferred

Tools

Hand tools and electrical wiring

Job description

Since 2018 Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing With locations in California Washington and Germany we are guided by creativity collaboration and a shared commitment to quality We are looking for a skilled Assembly Operator to join our team in Huntington Beach CA This is an on site position based in Huntington Beach CA We value teamwork inclusivity and continuous professional development and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth

JOB SUMMARY

The Assembly Operator is responsible for assisting and supporting coworkers and performs repetitive assembly operations to mass produce business class seating furniture The Assembly Operator must be able to work within the time constraints of the master production schedule and meet requirements dictated by the customer

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES

Essential Functions

• Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Build and assemble complex mechanisms structures and assemblies per latest specified drawings and specifications
• Tasks may include the installation of screws rivets seals fasteners upholstery electrical wiring and other various hardware
• Maintain and repair production equipment and tools
• Promptly notify the manager of any needed repairs or issues
• Ensure products are built and assembled to the latest revision of released engineering drawings
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Ensure work orders and traceability books are maintained and completed throughout the manufacturing cycle
• Maintain safe and effective use of all machine and hand tools as well as a safe work environment
• Report any defects to quality assurance and manufacturing engineers
• Promote cooperation and positive communication with co workers
• Follow installation procedures per ECI engineering drawings and requirements
• Clean and prepares production units for fabricating painting assembly or shipping
• Mix and apply adhesives to manufacturers specifications as well as Engineering requirements
• Place parts in specified relationship to each other
• Verify unit dimensions before installing inserts rivets blind nuts blocks angles doublers and fittings
• Bond screw glue or otherwise attach parts together
• Rivet metal or sheet metal parts as required
• Install attachment fittings as assigned
• Prepare and organize tools and parts for use in the manufacturing area
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Clean work area machines tools and equipment
• Tasks vary as different units complete certain phases of production
• Perform other duties as assigned by production supervisor

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent years of relative experience or proven mechanical aptitude may be considered in lieu of a diploma or GED

Associate Degree is preferred

Experience

1 3 years of direct experience

Other

Extended or irregular hours may be required Must be authorized to work in the United States

Elevate Aircraft Seating is an at will employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason with or without cause at any time during employment with the Company As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company all employees are expected to react productively handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSE

Basic electrical knowledge eg switch assemblyinstallationwiring and related tools Composite fabrication including hand layup and vacuum assisted RTM

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

Direction with necessary guidance is provided in terms of tasks and craftsmanship and measured based upon how well tasks have been completed Receives detailed instructions as needed

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

Works with supervisor to execute tasks that comply with instructions or pre determined processes methods andor practices

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English both reading and verbally

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work
• The base pay offered will vary depending on job related knowledge skills location experience and take into account internal equity
• Hourly Rate Transparency 1800 2200 per hour
• Generous 401K matching with immediate eligibility and vesting3 weeks of Paid Time Off 12 paid holidays Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family And so much more
• Other Perks On site gym Free electric car charging stationsPotential for growth within organization Supportive workplace environment with a team oriented culture