Precision Aerospace Manufacturing Associate – Growth Path

Pankl Aerospace Systems; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth and advancement

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Shift premiums

Job summary

Pankl Aerospace Systems is a leading manufacturer of high precision aerospace components. We are seeking a Production Associate to perform manual operations across masking, cleaning, painting, curing, deburring, and polishing to meet targets and quality standards.

You will work with a collaborative team, follow detailed plans, and uphold safety and quality throughout all processes. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, able to read blueprints, and comfortable with basic math and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to learn and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Basic math skills and measurement understanding.
• Fluent English; Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mask parts per plan instructions.
• Perform detailed cleaning for assembly and painting.
• Follow controlled curing processes per plan instructions.
• Deburr and polish components per planning instructions.
• Rework parts per engineering dispositions.
• Set up conventional lathes for OD/ID polishing operations.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operation manuals, and complex blueprints.
• Follow PPE and HAZMAT rules and procedures.
• Participate in PAS Management system procedures and improvements.
• Travel occasionally for training and/or production support.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

English communication

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Conventional lathes

Job description

Pankl Aerospace Systems is a leading manufacturer of high precision aerospace components. We are seeking a Production Associate to perform manual operations across masking, cleaning, painting, curing, deburring, and polishing to meet targets and quality standards.

You will work with a collaborative team, follow detailed plans, and uphold safety and quality throughout all processes. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, able to read blueprints, and comfortable with basic math and