Assembly Operator M-F

Safran S.A.; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement (401K) plan with employer  

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Career paths across global sites

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems is seeking a production technician in the United States, Kentucky area, to support assembly of wheel and brake units. You will follow documented procedures, operate production equipment, and maintain measurement records to ensure quality delivery.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and the ability to read engineering drawings. Training on ASME Y14.5 may be provided, with opportunities for growth within a global aerospace leader.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of manufacturing documentation and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (ASME Y14.5 preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Understand, interpret, and implement manufacturing documentation and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assemble components to wheel and brake units as required for customer delivery.
• Operate production equipment per operating instructions.
• Accurate operation of dimensional measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Utilize data collection systems to document/monitor/track production processes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Team oriented

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Excel

Job description

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Safran employee, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

What we offer

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Work Culture

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Landing Systems, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that.”

• Understand, interpret, and implement manufacturing documentation and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assemble components to wheel and brake units as required for customer delivery.
• Operate production equipment per operating instructions.
• Accurate operation of dimensional measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Utilize data collection systems to accurately document/monitor/track production processes/products.
• Box and palletize units for customer order fulfillment, as required.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance on equipment
• Safe operation/use of production, material handling and other equipment.
• Support and follow Quality, Safety, Environment, Process, Engineering and Personnel procedures/policies.
• Communicate ideas/opportunities for continuous improvement. Ability to effectively read and interpret engineering drawings (ASME Y14.5 preferred).
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to effectively learn and use technical information.
• The ability to excel in a team oriented, problem-solving environment.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Proactive, self-directed individual with ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks/projects effectively.
• Ability to effectively analyze information and identify root causes to trouble shoot and solve problems
• Experience using engineering drawings and processing specifications (ASME Y14.5 trained a plus).
• Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel a plus)