Production Technician II

Crane Aerospace & Electronics; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Production Technician II for 1st shift (5:30am–2:00pm) to perform hydraulic testing, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production of assigned products under limited direction in high-volume test operations. The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination and adherence to engineering and production specs.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years related experience, strong English communication, the ability to learn new test software, and dexterity to

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related field experience or equivalent education.
• Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting methods, circuitry or mechanical characteristics.
• Strong English communication, both spoken and written.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in production test operations.
• Perform all testing operations within assigned functional area.
• Certify as Crane Designated Quality Assurance Inspector for product inspections.
• Create non-conformance reports with testing details, failure results and root-cause notes.
• Interpret work orders and drawings, procedures and test manuals.
• Calibrate or adjust units and perform mathematical calculations as needed.
• Conduct automated and manual testing with various test equipment.
• Support overtime and any other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

English writing

Manual dexterity

Learning ability

Software systems

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MRP systems

PDM

Job description

Job Summary:

The Production Technician II -1st shift is responsible for hydraulic testing, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production of assigned products, parts, equipment, and systems under limited direction, in support of high-volume low-mix production test operations.

Work Hours will be from 5:30am - 2:00pm

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft - delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.

Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in production test operations through completion
• Perform all testing operations within assigned functional area
• Certify as a Crane Designated Quality Assurance Inspector to perform product inspections as required
• Create non-conformance reports including detailed description of testing performed, resulting failure and initial root cause investigation results
• Interpret and work in accordance with work orders, and engineering drawings, functional and acceptance test procedures, failure reports, manuals and all other applicable engineering and production specifications
• Calibrate or otherwise adjust assigned units by such means as potentiometer adjustment, clocking or other positioning, shimming, tension or coil adjustments, bearing and gear adjustments, as appropriate for specific unit; Make required mathematical calculations for voltage, resistance, current, impedance, amplification, flow rate and mass, mechanical dimensions and adjustments
• Perform automated testing and performance testing using a variety of automated testing equipment and special test console to simulate in-service specifications, including but not limited to: vibe, burn in, thermal cycle and leak test, or hydraulic testing
• Perform manual testing involving setup, adjustment, operation and interpretation of results from standard and special purpose test equipment, applicable to assigned product area, such as differential and multi-meters, signal generators, power supplies, bridges, oscilloscopes, altitude chamber, flow meter and hi-pot, or hydraulic valves
• Test units in other programs not normally worked on, and units of greater complexity under close supervision
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy
• Supports Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI's, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
• Flexible and willing to work overtime as necessary
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

• Support customer visits
• Support internal and external audits
• Perform minimal work under a microscope or soldering

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in a related field, or equivalent educational experience
• Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of methods and procedure in troubleshooting, circuitry or mechanical characteristics as related to area of assignment and ability to devise and adapt; Familiarity with product flow through a manufacturing or repair environment; Working knowledge of computer systems
• Skills: Good oral expression and comprehension (communicate through speech so others will understand and listen to and understand information and ideas presented through speech); Good written expression and comprehension (communicate in English through writing so others will understand and read and understand information and ideas presented in English through writing)
• Abilities: Ability to learn new test software and equipment and to identify abnormal conditions in equipment and product; Manual and finger dexterity (ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects)
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements; Ability to work in multiple software systems, including time enter, data enter, on-line training PDM and MRP systems
• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality cont