Metal Fitter Tacker C

Senior plc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Senior plc is seeking a detail-oriented individual to set up and fit parts for aircraft and aerospace assemblies. This role involves aligning, trimming, and grinding detailed components, with a focus on quality and safety. Candidates must have at least a High School Degree and a Tacking Certificate.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm, offering a competitive salary, benefits package, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Tacking Certificate.
• 3-6 months of related training or equivalent experience required.
• Strong knowledge of metal forming characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Set up and fit detailed parts on aircraft and similar assemblies.
• Align machined details or stampings for welding.
• Perform rework and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Ability to interpret blueprints

Problem-solving abilities

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Degree or General Education Degree

Tools

Metal expander

Hand or pedestal grinder

Band saw

Job description

Position Summary

Set up and fit detailed parts on aircraft, aerospace and similar assemblies. Performs hand grinding, expanding and hand fitting to blueprint dimensions for heliarc tacking, welding and/or resistance welding.

Responsibilities

• Performs typical operations such as aligning machined details or stampings preparatory to welding operations.
• Trims, scribes, files or grinds parts to templates or scribed lines.
• Sets up single jobs in assembly jig for welding.
• Assists higher classified workers as required.
• Performs rework, repair and other associated operations relating to the work described.
• Maintain minimum output of 65%.
• Maintain minimum product quality acceptance of 90%.
• Follow all Senior policies and procedure.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area using safety standards and expectations while adhering to all quality practices.

Education and Experience

• High School Degree or General Education Degree; or 3–6 months of related and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills

• Language: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Also, must be able to read and interpret blueprints. Have knowledge of the forming characteristics of metals and their reactions when heat is applied.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply a general sense of understanding to carry out detailed, written and oral instructions. Also, ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Mathematical Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Other Abilities: Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.

Qualifications

• Tacking Certificate.

Tools Used

• Set up and operate metal expander, hand or pedestal grinder, and large or small band saw.

Materials Used

• Emery cloth, clamps, cleaning solvent, welding gases, ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their alloys in the form of sheet tubular stock, and machined and formed parts.

ITAR Compliance

• Access to our facility and therefore employment is restricted under the international Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States and properly licensed foreign persons.

Shift Schedule

Monday – Friday, 5:00 am – 3:30 pm

Benefits

You will enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market‑led base salary, a comprehensive benefits package with wellness benefits, a matching 401(k) plan, and paid time off. You will also work in a tight‑knit and collaborative team.

Compliance and Licensing

Applicants will be screened for ITAR/EAR eligibility and may be required to complete a licensing assessment. This process may take several weeks/months due to U.S. Government requirements. The Trade Compliance Department may request a Licensing Assessment form, which applicants must complete and return promptly.

Equal Opportunity

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Senior is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor.