Master Craftsman Sheet Metal Technician

KIHOMAC, Inc; Byron (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

KIHOMAC, Inc. is seeking a skilled technician to manufacture, assemble and install aircraft structural components, following technical manuals and drawings.

The role requires precision measurement and strict adherence to safety protocols in a hands-on, unsupervised capacity. Candidates should have a high school diploma (associates preferred) and 10+ years of professional experience in related tasks, with the ability to obtain a security clearance if needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree preferred in management or technical/scientific discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, install and re-work various aircraft structural components unsupervised.
• Familiar with installation of aerospace fasteners, rivets and nut plates.
• Interpret technical manuals, specifications, blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Maintain shop supplies and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Operate shop tools and equipment as trained.
• Use precision measuring devices such as calipers and height gauges.
• Perform inventory control via logging, tagging and organizing procedures.
• Maintain tool control and accountability.
• Adhere to company policies and safety programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-starter

Detail-oriented

Organized

Ability to follow directions

General manufacturing knowledge

Ability to interpret manuals/drawings

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline

Tools

Calipers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Dial gauges

Screw pitch gauges

Job description

Responsibilities

• Must be self-starter, detail-oriented and organized
• Must be able to accept and follow directions
• Working knowledge of general manufacturing/fabrication processes
• Manufacture, assemble, install and re‑work various aircraft structural components unsupervised
• Familiar with the installation of various aerospace fasteners, rivets, nut plates etc.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, blueprints and engineering drawings
• Maintain shop supplies and perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Operate complicated shop tools and equipment as trained and assigned
• Use of precision measuring devices such as calipers, height, depth, dial, and screw pitch gauges
• Perform inventory control using logging, tagging, and organizing procedures
• Maintain tool control and accountability
• Adhere to company policies and safety programs
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Training

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred

Experience

• 10+ years of professional experience in the required task area required

Security

• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements

• Able to assess, install, and modify equipment, and inspect machinery
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
• Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary

The projected salary range for this position is $60,000-85,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.