Entry-Level Mechanical Manufacturing Technician – 1st Shift

ISU Research Park; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,000

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring an entry-level 1st Shift Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I onsite in West Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on learning calibration operations, setting up production equipment, and ensuring spray quality and tolerance per specifications, under supervision.

You will train to document production results, follow EHS guidelines, and participate in continuous improvement, with possible overtime and extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required; in the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to set up and operate test stands to check nozzles, spray bars, and valves for spray quality.
• Learn how to set up and operate laser marker and printer according to procedures and specifications.
• Record spray parameters by serial number and certify product conformance through test results.
• Disassemble, repair, and assemble product according to specifications under supervision.
• Accurately complete production documentation and perform labor transitions.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Manual dexterity

Reading blueprints

Communication experience

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Collins Aerospace is hiring an entry-level 1st Shift Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I onsite in West Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on learning calibration operations, setting up production equipment, and ensuring spray quality and tolerance per specifications, under supervision.

You will train to document production results, follow EHS guidelines, and participate in continuous improvement, with possible overtime and extended hours as needed.