Production Technician

Our company is building a world-class advanced manufacturing facility producing aerospace-grade metal powders and ingots for critical applications. As part of a major greenfield investment, this site will rely on highly automated equipment, disciplined operating standards, and a strong safety culture to support production readiness and long-term operational excellence.

The Production Technician operates and monitors highly automated manufacturing equipment, including Vacuum Induction Melt (VIM) furnaces and automated finishing cells, to produce high-quality metal powders and ingots. This role follows established standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and quality systems while working closely with cross-functional teams to meet daily production, yield, and delivery targets. Safety, attention to detail, and teamwork are critical to success in this position.

• Follow all safety rules, wear required PPE, maintain housekeeping standards, and actively identify safety improvement opportunities.
• Operate production equipment in accordance with written SOPs and supervisory instructions under aerospace quality requirements.
• Support melting operations by preparing raw materials, staging tools, and assisting with equipment setup and shutdown.
• Monitor process indicators and elevate abnormalities or deviations to leadership.
• Perform mold preparation, post-run cleanup, and basic inspections under supervision.
• Operate finishing and post-processing equipment such as sieves, blenders, abrasive saws, and grinders.
• Handle, label, and package materials according to work instructions and quality standards.
• Perform basic visual inspections and assist with quality sampling activities.
• Accurately complete production records, checklists, and electronic system entries.
• Participate in shift handoffs, training activities, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Strong safety-first mindset and willingness to work in required PPE (respirators, heat-resistant gear, FR garments, etc.).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, work instructions, and production documentation.
• Basic computer skills for MES/ERP entries, barcode scanning, and electronic logs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in high-temperature and industrial environments.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.

• 2+ years of experience in metal manufacturing or a related industrial environment.
• Experience with induction melting or post-processing equipment.
• Familiarity with powder handling, sieving, and particle size classification.
• General knowledge of aerospace quality systems such as AS9100.
• Forklift certification, overhead crane operation, rigging skills, or exposure to production robotics.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work near high-temperature equipment, molten metal, rotating machinery, noise, and fine particulates (with controls).
• Comfortable working in hot, noisy, or potentially hazardous environments while wearing PPE.