Machine Operator

Crane Aerospace & Electronics; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Lynnwood, WA is hiring a Machine Operator (Contract-to-Hire) to operate surface mount and other automated equipment. You will set up, adjust, and monitor machines to ensure high-quality circuit card assemblies and meet customer lead times.

The role requires 0–5 years of related experience and a High School diploma or equivalent. Expect a manufacturing environment with safety protocols and opportunities for overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret production or engineering drawings and specifications.
• 0–5 years related experience preferred; willing to train.
• Strong problem solving and basic maintenance skills; safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate SMT pick and place, conformal coating, and selective soldering equipment.
• Make adjustments to equipment to optimize performance and quality.
• Maintain proper records and meet lead times for customer needs.
• Perform routine maintenance and manage consumables for machines.
• Follow OSHA and Crane policy for safe work.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, KPI, Standard Work).

Skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Machine maintenance

Reading prints

Color vision

Depth perception

Safety compliance

Team communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pick and place machine

Conformal coating machine

Selective solder equipment

Job description

Onsite

Lynnwood, Washington

Full time

JR102438

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator (Contract-to-Hire) at our Lynnwood, WA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation’s Alice all-electric aircraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator works with computer controlled equipment or more mechanically-based machines to ensure they are set-up properly, working well, and producing high quality products. The Machine Operator performs recurring assignments proficiently and independently and normally works under minimal supervision in accordance with established procedures and practices.

Essential Functions:

• Setup, adjust and operate any or all of the following machines used in circuit card assembly: surface mount technology pick and place, conformal coating and selective solder

• Make manual adjustments to the machine interface and controls, as required, to optimize performance, ensure proper operation, and validate product compliance

• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise

• Meet and establish lead times to support customers’ needs

• Perform routine maintenance of equipment in respective area of responsibility Manage consumables in the respective machines

• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy

• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

• Generates Non Conformance Reports (NCR) for quality related issues as required

• Create a status report for coworkers on following shift

• Use company intranet and Learning Management System as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 0-5 years of experience in a related field

Knowledge: Competent in interpreting applicable specifications and understand operating principles of the machinery; Understand general shop computations

Skills/Abilities: Problem solving, troubleshooting, and simple machine maintenance skills; Ability to understand oral and written instructions pertaining to work related matter, and to maintain routine records; Accurate color vision and depth perception (other vision capability may be required by area of assignment); Ability to work satisfactorily on a sustained basis within any physical and environmental requirements applicable to area of assignment, e.g., highly repetitive work, hot tools or materials, epoxy or other chemical agents, fumes, noise, oily or similar conditions; Ability to flex work schedule to maintain processes and work flow as needed; Ability to read and understand production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids, such as illustrations

Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance; knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

• Aerospace experience or manufacturing experience in regulated field

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE

• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary

Standing: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Mental/Visual: Workspace (line, cube, etc): use of computer workstation

Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.

Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity characteristics or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, or U.S. military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law, in recruiting, hiring, training and promoting.

Salary range: $ 24.35-30.42

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.

The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.