Manufacturing Process Operator (Aerospace)

Honeycomb Company of America, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeycomb Company of America, Inc. in Sarasota, Florida is seeking a Manufacturing Process Operator. This position involves supporting multiple manufacturing operations in producing aerospace components, performing assembly, material handling, and quality checks.

The ideal candidate will receive comprehensive on-the-job training and will be responsible for tasks including assembling parts, operating production equipment, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to understand and follow technical drawings.
• Legally authorized to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components using fasteners and adhesives.
• Operate production equipment including forklifts and hydraulic presses.
• Maintain part traceability throughout production.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Basic computer skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Forklifts

Hydraulic presses

Job description

Summary:

The Manufacturing Process Operator supports multiple manufacturing operations involved in the production of aerospace components and assemblies. This position performs a variety of production, assembly, processing, material handling, and inspection tasks in accordance with work instructions, engineering drawings and quality requirements.

Successful candidates do not need experience in every manufacturing process. Comprehensive on the job training is provided; employees will be cross‑trained in multiple functional areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (On the Job Training Provided)

Production & Assembly

• Perform layout work, measuring, hole size identification, and hole location verification.
• Assemble metal and composite aerospace assemblies using fasteners and adhesives.
• Perform close‑tolerance drilling and preparation for fastener installation.
• Perform work in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Lay‑up and bag composite and metal to metal laminate structures.

Processing Operations

• Load and unload components and tooling into autoclaves.
• Process parts through anodizing and chemical conversion coating operations.
• Apply adhesives, primers, paints, and coatings using approved methods and equipment.
• Operate heat‑treat ovens and other production processing equipment.
• Visually inspect parts and assemblies following processing.

Fabrication & Equipment Operation

• Sand, measure, cut, and prepare materials to specification.
• Expand honeycomb core material to work order requirements.
• Operate production equipment including forklifts, overhead hoists, hydraulic presses, milling machines, routers, shear presses, brake presses, and pneumatic hand tools as trained and authorized.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment.

Materials & Production Support

• Pick materials accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain part traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
• Keep work orders and documentation with parts throughout production.
• Maintain accurate ERP system transaction and location records.
• Coordinate with production personnel regarding incomplete or partial kits.

Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Use calibrated measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and pins.
• Adhere to all quality, packaging, preservation, handling and safety requirements.
• Maintain clean work area and support Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention efforts.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineering, and coworkers to improve processes and productivity.

Support additional manufacturing activities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints and manufacturing documentation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to obtain required security authorization if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Previous experience with any processes or equipment outlined in "Essential Duties and Responsibilities" section.

Physical Demands / ADA Compliance

The employee may be required to stand for a full shift while wearing PPE. Must be able to lift 50lb. Correctable vision to 20/20 with full depth perception. The employee will be required to successfully pass the HCOA Respirator Qualification program as an essential job duty due to exposure to particulates and fumes. Operators are required to stand for a full shift while wearing PPE in a hot environment. Ability to pass DOT Drug Testing requirements (49 CFR Part 40). Regularly required to push, pull, bend and apply pressure using hand tools and operate machinery.

Honeycomb Company of America (HCOA) is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, other categories protected by federal, state, or local law, and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities. Additionally, HCOA will take action to employ, advance in employment and treat qualified Vietnam‑era veterans and disabled veterans without discrimination in all employment practices.

Honeycomb Company of America is a Drug‑Free Workplace.

Offers of employment with Honeycomb Company of America are conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and drug‑test, subject to applicable laws and regulations. Refer to current Compensation Spreadsheet for salary range of this position.