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RADIUS AEROSPACE INC
1st Shift Production Hand Work
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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A Plating Machine Operator operates and maintains plating or coating machines, including electrolyte processes, to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces.
$39,977 / year median in Indiana
-2% projected decline
Job Description
1st Shift Handwork Operator Starting pay $21.00 an hour plus based on experience. Entry level position, training will be provided. Build a career at Radius Aerospace- Shelbyville. We offer a unique environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. The work environment is fast-paced and high-energy. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. Position Summary We are looking for production associates to join our team. Our production associates' duties include using a crane, reading work orders, learning specs, using precision measurement tools, heat treating aluminum aircraft parts, and trouble shooting/repairing the machine Essential Duties & Responsibilities Know and follow general company and corporate policies and procedures. Know, understand, and follow department policies and procedures. Operates automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures. Controls heat-treating furnaces, baths and quenching equipment to alter physical and chemical properties of metal objects, using specifications and methods of controlled heating/cooling Places parts in racks, trays, or baskets and places objects on conveyor or loads Determines temperature and time of heating cycle, and type and temperature of baths and quenching medium to attain specified hardness, toughness, and ductility of parts. Use standard heating charts, utilize knowledge of heat treating methods, equipment, and properties of metals. Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required. Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications. Set up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data. Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly. Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly. Installs machine replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance. Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems. Report to work on time, good regular attendance, follow instructions from supervisor or management, interact well co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures. Crossing training into other various departments Other various duties as needed or as assigned. Good regular attendance