Sheet Metal Structural Assembler I - Cherokee Fuselage - 1st Shift

Piper-Aircraft-Inc; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Aircraft, Inc. in Vero Beach, FL is seeking a Sheet Metal Structural Assembler I for Cherokee Fuselage on 1st shift.

You will assemble aircraft sheet metal structures including fuselage sections and flight control components, using hand and power tools and following Piper drawings and PPS. The role requires adherence to safety, quality, and FAA requirements, ability to work overtime, and a collaborative approach to resolve quality concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Sheet Metal Structural Assembler I: 3 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime.
• Follow safety procedures and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aircraft sheet metal structural assemblies including wing spars and fuselage sections.
• Drill, countersink, dimple, ream and chamfer holes using drills and related tools.
• Trim assemblies to fit, maintain gap tolerances and rivet edge distance requirements.
• Apply sealants on pressurized fuselage sections and joints.
• Operate routers and grinders for precision dimensions.
• Inspect and sign off own and teammates' work per Piper certifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Minimal supervision

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Sheet Metal Structural Assembler I - Cherokee Fuselage - 1st Shift (Full Time)
Department: All Openings

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs or assists the Supervisor in the following tasks:
• Assemble aircraft sheet metal structural assemblies including wing spars, wing sections, fuselage sections and associated flight controls such as Horizontal Stabs, Vertical Fins, Ailerons, Flaps, Rudders, Elevators, and Trim Tabs
• Drill out, countersink, dimple, ream and chamfer holes on structural assemblies using air operated and electric hand drills, auto-feed drills, drill baskets, drill guides, countersinks, dimplers, and other common sheet metal assembly tools
• Trim assemblies to fit and hand lay out parts maintaining designed gap tolerances, rivet edge distance requirements and other design features where parts are not fabricated to net dimensions.
• Apply sealants on pressurized fuselage sections, fuel bays and other structural joints as necessary
• Operate routers and grinders in areas requiring precision dimensions such as cabin windows, structural
• Install mechanical, electrical & hydraulic system parts and accessories.
• Inspect and buying off own and other Team Mates work using Piper inspection certifications.
• Maintain the departments compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements.
• Interface within the department to resolve quality concerns in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Rework discrepancies as necessary. Assist with performing major and regular Material Review Board repairs, Standard repairs and modifications of aircraft due to customer directed or design changes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to improve the teams performance including schedule delivery, reduction of late work, elimination of quality defects & scrap, increasing productivity and generating cost reductions.
• Partner with senior teammates within career path to receive and share practical knowledge for proper training to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervision.

Career Path MinimumPosition Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Related sheet metal assembly experience requirements:

• Sheet Metal Structural Assembler I: 3 years of experience preferred
• Sheet Metal Structural Assembler II: 3-5 years of experience; or
• Demonstrated verifiable competency through assignment of tasks and duties directly related to the position, confirming knowledge skills and abilities in lieu of experience.
• Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Use of hand and power tools as required
• Follow all safety procedures
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Adhere to Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions

Mental Demands

• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Working Conditions

Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. May be exposed to Odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.

Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.

Operational Excellence

Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.

Quality Assurance

Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance

Ensures that Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies are adhered to

Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures

Compliance

Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.

Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.

Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviours, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Communicates Effectively

Delivering timely communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different information exchanges related to functional tasks, workplace initiatives, requirements, and cross functional interactions.

Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables. Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on

Attention to Detail

Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks

Drives Results

Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances

Teamwork

Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.

American with Disability Act Requirements

External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position resonsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.