Special Processes - Metal Worker

Job Title

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leaveall eligible on your first day of employment !
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Understand fundamentals and have the ability to perform one of the following job functions:

o Braze, Deburr, Part marking, Masking for shot peen or machining Inspection using visual or dimensional techniques.

Re-contour using belt sand and blending

Application of braze alloys Chemical stripping Aqueous cleaning

Basic fundamentals for all functions:

Adhere to plant rules and safety requirements.

Documenting travelers after operations performed.

Follow lean manufacturing and 5S + 1 principles.

Understand turbine component features and the various names of the feature.

General department housekeeping

Maintain production standards/quality.

Dryhone/gritblast components in enclosed booth and blow out internal cavities of parts with air.

Perform minor preventive maintenance on equipment.

Regular attendance and punctuality

Adhere to and promote Corporate Code of Ethical Standards

Ensures compliance with Company IPM/QPM and ISO-9000 quality requirements.

Essential job functions:

Receiving and Shipping:

o Inspect parts for defects, coating, and other quality related issues

o Audit travelers at Final Inspection to check accuracy of paperwork

o Assign correct tags, certs, and shipping documents to finished parts

Masking:

o Understand masking requirements documented in the work instructions

o Apply appropriate material to mask required part features

o Remove material, post-process, and inspect for errors

Inspection:

o Understanding of inspection requirements as outlined in the traveler

o Visually inspect parts for defects, coating, and other quality related issues

o Utilize simple tools and gages to dimensionally inspect parts (part features) for correct size

Blending:

o Notching and routing cracks, removing details, polishing Belt sanding and blending components to original contours using stationary and hand-held tools

o Removing plasma overspray, excess weld, and braze

Brazing:

o Careful inspection of part features in need of braze material

o Apply braze alloy and stop-off using a syringe, pre-sintered pre-form, or braze shim

Chemical stripping:

o Prepare parts to be chemical stripped using dry honing, waxing, and other surface preparation

o Immerse parts in chemicals for the required times to assure coating material is removed

o Post-strip dry honing and heat tint process to assure coating is removed

Aqueous cleaning:

o Operate cleaning equipment in efficient manner to assure parts complete required process

o Inspect to assure parts were adequately cleaned

Marginal duties and responsibilities (performed occasionally or at irregular intervals) for this position are:

Assisting in locating and moving parts in the shop EDM/Machining/Resistance tack welding/part marking/cleaning as needed.

Provide training to coworkers as needed.

Basic maintenance on the equipment.

Performing other tasks in the facility, as needed

Education and Experience

Education: High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).

Ability to pass reading test.

Previous light and medium industrial experience preferred.

Must have the ability to be proficient in one of the Essential Job Functions outlined in this Job Description.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing Requirements, Required for this Position

Must pass the Basic Fundamentals test within thirty (30) days of employment start date.

Skills, and Knowledge Required for this Position

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Manual dexterity and good vision.

Ability to follow written and oral directions and instructions.

Ability to accurately interpret blueprints and/or work in-process documents.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with Basic mathematical concepts

Ability to apply concepts such as, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

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.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of:

Microsoft Office software programs.

Physical Demands

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; acids and basic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles and risk of radiation. The noise