Certified Fabricator II: Precision Assembly & Finishing

GKN Aerospace; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace in El Cajon, California, is seeking an experienced manufacturing professional to support assembly, finishing, and fabrication tasks under close supervision. You will read blueprints, operate tools, and ensure quality while maintaining records and compliance with safety regulations.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 5+ years in manufacturing, forklift certification, and fluent English. Candidates with GKN experience or chemical handling skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to read blueprints, schematics and diagrams.
• Must be forklift certified.
• Fluent in English (speaking and reading).
• US citizen or Green Card holder due to security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate patterns. Prior to removal of material determines method to remove material to meet customer specification.
• Prepare parts for the tank by painting and patching and removing all required maskant for etch.
• Knows how to use a pneumatic tool (e.g. Handheld Grinder).
• Drilling, assembling rivets and brackets on segments and rings, trimming and paint touch up.
• Deburrs and forms parts using expanders, hot dye presses and rolls.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Fluent English

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

GKN Aerospace in El Cajon, California, is seeking an experienced manufacturing professional to support assembly, finishing, and fabrication tasks under close supervision. You will read blueprints, operate tools, and ensure quality while maintaining records and compliance with safety regulations.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 5+ years in manufacturing, forklift certification, and fluent English. Candidates with GKN experience or chemical handling skills are preferred.