Shot Peen Operator: 1st shift

Position: Shot Peen Operator: 1st shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm
Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer's requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Shot Peen Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will shot peen parts to customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Operates Shot Peen machinery such as Automated Multi Nozzle Pass Thru Machines, Automated Wheel Style Table, Manual Peen Cabinet, (Almen Gauge), Sieve Shaker.

* Set up Part Verification Tool, verifying intensities against Technique Sheets and existing Saturation Curves ensuring requirements are being met.

* Create Technique Sheets on all new part numbers and update existing ones.

* Create Saturation Curves.

* Mask parts according to specifications and drawings.

* Reads job requirements to determine machine adjustments and proper positioning of parts.

* Observes machine operation to detect any malfunction.

* Checks parts for burrs, sharp edges, or any inconsistency in the machining operations that will affect the quality, or integrity of the parts.

* Inspect parts after peening for complete coverage, rollover and bulging.

* Participate in internal audits as well as NADCAP audits.

* Requires initial certification and annual recertification.

* Maintain inspection stamp and responsibilities involved.

* Performs minor machine maintenance such as replacing worn parts, metering valve adjustments, and minor modifications to enhance performance and/or efficiency.

* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

* Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

* Follow work rules and standard safety regulations at all times.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Knowledge or experience working in an inclusive work environment, particularly those persons with disabilities.

* Ability to read, analyze, and interpret drawings, technical procedures, and specifications in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form.

* Use of basic measuring equipment.

* Ability to calculate figures and ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

* Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

* Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities.

* Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.

* Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.

* Ability to provide direction and guidance.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

* Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.

* Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* High School degree or equivalent and six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

ITAR - US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law.

A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Frequently able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (with help).

* Constant periods of standing or walking throughout the workday.

* Occasional periods of sitting at a work station throughout the workday.

* Constant repetitive motions.

* Constantly required to use fingers/hands/arms to grasp, pinch, pull, feel and reach.

* Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

* Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

* Constant use of Industry standard…