Production Associate - Day Shift

Astronics; Oregon; On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronics-PECO in Clackamas, Oregon, seeks a Production Associate for the day shift (7am–3:30pm, Mon–Fri). This entry level role offers growth opportunities in a precision aerospace manufacturing environment.

You will read blueprints, set up equipment, fit components, perform finishing work, inspect parts, and prepare items for shipment. Basic math and tool use are required; forklift license is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent not required.
• Experience with power tool and equipment operation is a plus.
• Ability and willingness to obtain forklift license.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs during the workday.
• Comfortable reading directions verbally, via diagram or schedule.
• Able to perform basic math and use a computer to enter data.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and production procedures.
• Set up production equipment and machinery as required.
• Fit and install heli-coils, pins, bearings, screws, washers and other parts.
• Hand clean, sand to remove burrs, trim, tap, straighten and bond using machinery.
• Degrease parts using a washer.
• Load and unload parts in vibratory and other die casting processes.
• Operate micrometers, calipers, go/no-go pins and related measuring tools.
• Visually inspect surfaces for flaws and adjust as needed.
• Wrap, pack and label product for final shipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Power tool operation

Hand tool proficiency

Forklift certification

Basic math

Reading and following directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Dial calipers

Go/no-go pins

Arbor presses

Crank punch presses

Job description

Astronics-PECO, located in picturesque Clackamas, Oregon near the foothills of Mt. Hood, designs, certifies, manufactures, and sells a wide range of products to commercial, government, and military markets throughout the world. Our highly engineered interior and structural aerospace products are supplied to the largest aircraft manufacturers and are installed in aircraft around the globe, and our military products are used in critical national defense applications. The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial, government, and military marketplace. PECO-Controls are well established temperature control devices designed for applications where high quality is a must, such as the hospitality industry, commercial cooking, and other critical applications.

We are looking for Production Associate to join our team on the day shift, 7am-3:30pm Monday-Friday. This is an entry level position with opportunity to grow and learn.

What kinds of things will you be doing?

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and/or production procedures to form a complete unit
• Performing set-ups required on production equipment and machinery
• Fitting and installing heli-coils, pins, bearings, screws, washers, and other parts
• Hand cleaning, sanding to remove burrs, trimming, tapping, straightening, and bonding using a variety of machinery to alter shape
• Degreasing parts using a washer
• Loading and unloading parts in vibratory, trims die casting products, using arbor presses, crank punch presses
• Operate micrometers, dial and digital calipers, dial indicators, veneer and thread gages, go/no-go pins, hand held sanders, grinders, drills, and taps
• Visually inspect surfaces for flaws and smoothness, make adjustments accordingly
• Wrap, pack, and label product for final shipment

How do you know you are a good fit?

• You have a high school diploma or equivalent, not required
• You may have experience working in power tool and equipment operation
• Ability and willingness to obtain a forklift license
• You are comfortable working with hand tools
• You feel confident you can lift up to 30lbs during your workday, some roles less
• You can read and interpret directions provided to you verbally, via diagram or as a schedule
• You can perform basic math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• You are not afraid to use a computer to enter, access or retrieve information
• Willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Employment Eligibility Requirements:

• This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background and drug screening (including cannabis). Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug and background screenings will not be considered for employment.

Accommodation Requests:

Astronics PECO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: 503-387-6045. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.