Furnace Operator 1

Collins Aerospace; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Santa Fe Springs, CA is hiring an entry-level Furnace Operator I. The role involves core production processes in manufacturing carbon brake components and adherence to safety procedures. Candidates should possess a HS diploma or GED and experience with hand tools. Benefits include medical insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, and vacation time. Successful applicants will work rotating 12-hour shifts as part of a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a HS diploma or GED.
• Experience using hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Observe and follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures.
• Load and unload furnaces, build furnace loads, and perform preventative maintenance.
• Operate furnaces using the Distributive Control System.

Skills

Experience using hand tools

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Power Tools

Job description

Overview

Location: US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-11120 ~ 11120 South Norwalk Blvd ~ NORWALK

Date Posted: 2026-05-05

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Santa Fe Springs, CA we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world. We’re currently hiring for a motivated, entry level Furnace Operator I. In this position you will be responsible for the core production processes in the manufacturing of carbon-carbon composite brake components and other key industry technology.

What You Will Do

• Observe and follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures
• Follow all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures
• Load and unload furnaces, build furnace loads, and perform preventative maintenance of hardware
• Operate furnaces using the Distributive Control System
• Operate support equipment such as cranes, forklifts, vacuums, scissor lifts, power tools and others
• Learn and perform equipment preventative maintenance
• Support operation of facilities equipment such as vacuum pumps, cooling water system, off gas system, condensate recovery, process gasses, and others
• Complete department training program in the time allotted
• Complete tasks as assigned by your management team
• Assist other departments as necessary with approval from your management team
• Participate in CI activities
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• When working in areas where respirators are required, meet the shaving requirements to ensure a proper respirator fit
• Regularly work rotating 12-hour shifts
• Regularly work from heights and confined spaces with potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, noise, high/low temperatures and/or moving equipment
• Be able to handle levels of stress associated with the position at all times
• Comply with all other company policies and procedures

What You Will Learn

• Knowledge of pertinent customer and company specifications including international standards relating to the production of carbon-carbon brake components and company policies
• Learn to operate a range of support equipment including Overhead Cranes, Forklifts, Vacuums, Scissor Lifts, and Power Tools
• Learn to conduct furnace readings, rounds, and oversee process flow to maintain optimal operation
• Learn to perform equipment preventative maintenance as directed and promptly report any mechanical or safety concerns to supervisors
• Acquire knowledge of Collins and customer specifications, finished products, and relevant policies
• Learn basic operations of the furnace process
• Learn to recognize issues with the process equipment tolerance limits

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a HS diploma or GED
• Experience using hand tools

Qualifications We Prefer

• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience
• Experience with inventory control
• Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and retirement contribution
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, etc.)
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling
• Wellness incentives and related programs
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Child and elder care services
• Second opinion program
• And more

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