Bladder Press Operator

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• Set up and operate the Bladder Press to form various sizes of flat patterned sheet metal aircraft components according to specified written instructions and drawings.
• Follow detailed standard work procedures for various sizes of flat pattern parts to be formed on the bladder press.
• Ensure cosmetic appearance of parts; make sure first part and every part are the same.
• Prevent debris or foreign object debris from being left on the forming blocks that could cause damage or misforming of parts.
• Change out and maintain all different forming blocks used in the area.
• Understand bladder maintenance requirements.
• Calculate, measure, and examine dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and portable CMM or FARO to ensure conformance to customer specifications.
• Maintain form blocks in proper operational condition.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine product conformance.
• Understand material certifications and traceability, look out for discrepancies.
• Display superior knowledge of cosmetic appearance of parts and catch all flawed parts in the bladder press area instead of during a later operation.
• Communicate well with supervisors and peers and display a positive attitude.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed standard work procedures for various sizes of flat pattern parts.
• Advanced blueprint reading, understand work orders and customer requirements.
• Ability to inspect parts and bring first parts to inspection that meet or exceed engineering requirements.
• Motivated, displays a positive attitude, offers helpful suggestions, works well under pressure and in a team environment, understands and supports Cox Machining mission and value statement.
• Attendance in line with company policy; reliability expected.
• Productivity: produces acceptable amount of work, completes projects in a timely manner.
• Training: ability to learn and ensure required training classes are completed by the scheduled time.
• Work closely with shop floor supervision and employees.
• Safety: follow all guidelines, policies and procedures as related to safety requirements.

• Ability to set up and operate the Bladder Press for forming flat pattern sheet metal aircraft components.
• Advanced blueprint reading and understanding of work orders and customer specifications.
• Maintain machine and tooling; proactive in keeping repairs to a minimum.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Airlines and Aviation

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Note:

This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice as requested by supervision.

* We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.*