Aerospace Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Aerospace Production Associate supports the manufacturing of aerospace components and materials in a team-based production environment. This general entry-level opportunity may include assembly, material preparation, kitting, machine operation, finishing, or production support. Employees follow work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards to help produce reliable parts. Tasks and training vary by assigned work area. No prior aerospace experience is required for consideration. Following application review and interviews, qualified candidates may be considered for a specific production opening based on skills, interests, and business needs.

Summary of Duties:

• Perform basic manufacturing, assembly, material handling, or production support tasks as assigned.
• General hand tools.
• Follow written work instructions, standard operating procedures, and supervisor direction.
• Prepare, organize, cut, kit, or stage materials and tools for production processes.
• Operate basic hand tools, production equipment, or machinery after required training.
• Inspect completed work visually and report defects or discrepancies.
• Record production activity and maintain accurate work documentation.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation using 5S or similar practices.
• Follow PPE, housekeeping, and equipment safety requirements.
• Support team production goals and cross-train as business needs require.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; relevant work experience and demonstrated skills considered.
• Experience: Entry-level; prior manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, general labor, or aerospace experience helpful but not required.

Computer Skills:

• Ability to use basic electronic work instructions, timekeeping, or production tracking systems after training.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills preferred.

Other Skills:

• Ability to follow safety procedures, instructions, and quality requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and production teammates.
• Ability to communicate issues, maintain an organized workstation, and meet reasonable production expectations.

Additional Preferred Qualifications/Skills: (not required)

• Previous experience with hand tools, measuring devices, assembly, composites, material cutting, or quality checks is a plus.

Description: Entry-level production opportunity; specific assignment determined after candidate review and selection. Candidates may be considered for different production departments based on qualifications and available openings.