Process Tank Operator B

Safran Group

Gainesville (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Safran in Texas, United States, seeks a Process Tank Operator B to join the production team. You will be responsible for assembling airline seats and operating tanks, ensuring quality and process compliance on the shop floor.

The role requires high school education and 1–3 years of related experience, with strong reading of blueprints and safety practices. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to production standards.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • One to three years of related experience required.
  • Must read and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information and work orders.
  • Must be able to perform basic arithmetic and apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload baskets safely in a time-efficient manner.
  • Operate tanks and follow prescribed time sequences for each tank.
  • Read blueprints and use computer as needed.
  • Verify WPSs and QPMs and ensure parts meet specifications.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency
Customer focus
Integrity and trustworthiness
Listening
Adaptability
Problem solving
Drive for results
Attention to safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Blueprint reading

Job description

Process Tank Operator B

Job details
General information
Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

Reference number

2026-186104

Job details
Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Other computer numerical control

Job title

Process Tank Operator B

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Technician

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in assembling airline seats partially or completely, by working at bench or on shop floor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. With the aid of “A” operator or “Senior” operator perform the following duties
  2. Must be able to load and unload baskets in a safe and time efficient manner
  3. Must be able to run tanks and have knowledge of the proper time sequence for each tank
  4. Must be able to read blueprints and know how to use computer
  5. Must be able to verify WPS's and QPM's
  6. Must be able to perform other duties as required

Employee is expected to follow all safety regulations, keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for the assigned work area(s). Performs safety related duties as assigned.

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY
Types of Decisions
  1. Employee is responsible for determining if she/he has adequate information and materials to complete tasks as directed.
  2. Selection of methods and sequences within limits of the specific jobs assigned.
  3. Determines if in-coming and out-going parts are made to specifications.
Decisions/Problems referred to supervisor
  1. Problems with equipment or machinery.
  2. Quality problems.
  3. Conflicting priorities.
  4. Incorrect documentation.
  5. Training issues.
Candidate skills & requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent required.

One to three years of related experience required – equivalent education and background may be substituted for experience in some areas.

Requires a thorough understanding of shop practices and procedures.

Must be able to read and interpret average to complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, work orders, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Employee must be able to obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses.

Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; Understands that his or her job is not a series of tasks and duties, but rather an integral part of creating value for customers

Integrity and Trustworthiness: Behaves in honorable ways even when no one is watching; maintains confidentiality for sensitive information; acts in line with Group values; alerts others when faced with problems

Listening: Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately understand and discuss the opinions of others even when s/he disagrees

Adaptability: Is able to learn from mistakes/ is sensitive to changing demands and requirements and changes; accordingly, seeks feedback; accepts that people may have different appoints of view

Problem Solving: Is able to define and diagnose problems, then bring a range of ideas for solutions; is skilled at rigorous analysis; probes many fruitful sources for answers; compare and evaluates solutions; evaluates the global impact of the solutions he/she proposes

Business and Industry Knowledge: Strives to master the technical skills required to successfully perform their job; seeks out best practices to increase skill level

Drive for Results: Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset; can be counted on to exceed goals successfully

Delivering Direct and Neutral Feedback: Respects the other while delivering feedback in a neutral manner; using a respectful manner, does not hold back on providing feedback out of fear of the person's reaction

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Types of equipment will depend on area of assignment but may include drill motor and vacuum cleaner

Annual salary

market rate

Job location
Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Minimum experience level required

First experience

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes

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