Job Description
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical
Assembler at our Auburn, CA location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the
aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some
of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to
medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a
rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage
lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout
the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing
industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for
mission-critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California
foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state-of-the-art 65,000
sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace &
Electronics.
Job Summary:
The Assembler works under supervision performing assigned mechanical assembly
processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance
with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or
written instructions. In addition, the Assembler communicates with the
manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection.
Essential Functions:
* Perform assigned assembly tasks using tools such as: drills, wrenches, screw
drivers, sockets, adhesives, etc.
* Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect
components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies
* Demonstrate proficiency in performing established operations within at least
2 area processes
- Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately
- Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
- Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals
- Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect
the correctness and quality of the work in process
* Understand daily demand per Master Schedule Report for the cell(s) they are
working in
* Create IT, Facilities work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality
and material issues.
* Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings
for improvement
* Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy;
Proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering
group to implement solutions
* Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard
Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
- Complete job-related company training courses as assigned
- Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
- Any other task assigned by supervisor or management
Non-Essential Functions:
- Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits
- Perform inventory cycle counts
- May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies
Minimum Qualifications:
* Experience: 1-5 years of mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing
environment. Experience with tools like drills, wrenches, screw drivers,
sockets, adhesives, etc.
* Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control,
costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and
distribution of goods
* Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading
comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related
documents) of the English
language; Basic computer skills, e-mail etc. (understanding of basic
software)
* Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other
vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and
manual dexterity; Adept hand eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness;
Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production
planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring
diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment
in a high-volume setting
- Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent
- Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data
or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will
be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Working Conditions:
- Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
- Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include
but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors,
heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
* May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold
temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
- Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
- Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
- Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
- Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
- Mental/Visual: use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses
- Workspace: assembly cell
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:
* Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting
the first day of the month
* Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at
Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
- 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
- Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment
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and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ
Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy
on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength,
proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace &
Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.
FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test
pool.
Salary range: $22.73 - $29.15. Several factors contribute to actual salary,
including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job
responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be
eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of
work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed
to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on
the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general
identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours