Aerospace Cadmium Assistant - 3rd Shift

Job Overview Title: Aerospace Cadmium Assistant - 3rd Shift Reports to: Shift Supervisor or Value Stream Manager Location: Kent, WA - onsite Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Schedule Type 3rd Shift Hytek production is open 24 hours per day. Normal shifts are as follows: 1st shift (Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.), 3rd shift (Sunday - Friday, 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.) Full Benefits Package Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Performance Share incentive compensation (Profit Sharing Plan), 3-weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, long‑term care plan options, 10 paid holidays, and onsite health services that include access to a massage therapist. Salary Range For Position $22.10 - $23.00. The pay range and total compensation package listed above is the expected pay offered for this position at the start of employment. Your pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to your relevant experience level, and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other employees. Hytek is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits. Position Summary This is a Cadmium Assistant position in our Cadmium Plating department. Employees in this position will learn tasks in order to prepare parts for processing. Cadmium Assistants may be required to join the FAA DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program. The plating Assistants perform operations in accordance with Military and OEM specifications. FAA DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requires an initial drug test including a screen for THC, subject to quarterly Drug & BAT testing. Why Join Us? Opportunity to develop your technical skills in a hands‑on environment. Supportive team culture focused on safety and development. Competitive pay and benefits. Key Responsibilities Work closely with experienced Operators and Department Leads to complete work and prioritize tasks. Follow the technique card, customer Purchase Orders, and instructions from experienced Operators and Department Leads; legibly sign off on work once completed and Operator Self Verification inspection has occurred. General review of paperwork and Operator Self Verification inspection of job to ensure all previous operations were completed. Notify supervisor and Quality Assurance if any errors. Prepare parts prior to operations including mechanical or chemical cleaning, layout, and racking; use proper tooling and fixtures when applicable. Knowledge of pre and post cleaning surface finish requirements. Familiar with Quality Assurance requirements & rework procedures. Familiar with engineering drawing notations. Follow safety precautions to avoid preventable injury to self and other personnel. Develop new product processing and identify areas for improvement. Actively participate in continuous improvement activities to drive positive change in productivity, delivery, and service. Other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hytek Finishes Co.