Powder Coating Technician

About the Job

Must be willing to travel/permanently relocate to Jupiter, FL.

What We Offer:

• Paid Lodging/Travel.
• Weekend Shift.
• Immediate placement.
• PTO.
• Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits.

The Powder Coating Technician performs manual and robotic pre-process grit blasting for thermal spray on components according specification and interpret results.

Essential Functions:

• Visually inspects serial numbers and part condition to verify if parts are acceptable.
• Interpret findings from inspection documentation activities and react according to established procedures.
• Tracks and manages tooling and consumable inventories.
• Performs liquid and tape masking on components using various tools and equipment according to WI/Drawings to maintain coating allowances.
• Performs manual and robotic pre-process grit blasting for thermal spray on components according specification and interpret results.
• Utilizes precision measuring equipment as required to check work and record in electronic database.
• In process inspection of own work and work of others before part movement to next operation.
• Operate controls on atmospheric and vacuum furnaces under direct supervision, load and unload own work.
• Knowledge of loading configurations and AMS2750 requirements for furnaces and locations of job aides.
• Assists operators in setting up their equipment and maintenance of tooling.
• Operates small cranes and fork-lifts to move equipment, parts and material.
• Data entry/confirmation of the required quality documentation.
• Reporting and monitoring of abnormal production time per production step.
• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Following Environmental Health and Safety regulations while working in fast pace environment.
• Continually improving operations and the working environment through 5s methodology.
• Independently carry out assigned technician work and independently correct non-conforming hardware during the reconditioning process where applicable.
• Minimal experience in thermal spray booth operations under direct supervision
• Training of all entry level technicians for coating prep, braze and heat treatment.
• Set-up and installation of brazing equipment according to process requirements
• Execution of brazing requirements on gas turbine components as per the required technical specification for joining and putty braze.
• Experience with grinding and blasting of components for braze preparation according specification.
• Advise and / or participate in the design and fabrication of brazing tools and fixtures as required.
• Reporting of technical deviations to Cell Lead/Supervisor.
• Keeping the working environment and machines in a clean and proper condition
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM's EHS Training Matrix, which includes: Initial and annual Hazardous Waste Management training.
• 2+ years of experience manufacturing experience with specific skills in at least one of the following disciplines: grinding, blending coatings, coatings application, coatings removal (strip line), blasting, heat treat, machining or welding or similar skillset.
• 2+ years of experience with interpretation of technical drawings or work instructions.
• 2+ years of experience in a production or maintenance environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office programs, SAP, time keeping applications and folder structures.

About the Company

AAA USA is an in-situ manufacturing company that offers specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services related to industrialization, production and supplier monitoring processes in the Aerospace and Transportation sector.With over 1,000 employees, AAA USA draws its strength from the AAA European Group, a major player in the industry for 25 years. The Group generates more than 350 million dollars of annual revenue and employs over 3,500 people throughout the world. Supported by the international expertise of the AAA Group, we offer our customers the benefit of a proven approach to deliver a high-quality finished product. Our In-situ approach that focuses on productivity, on-time delivery, quality and efficiency has given us a leading position at our clients' facilities and operations.