Aerospace Production Worker - Entry Level 1st & 2nd Shifts

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to launch your career in manufacturing? An exciting aerospace career awaits you in our Sumner, WA facility!

We are currently hiring for both 1st and 2nd shifts! 2nd shift receives a 10% shift differential.

1st Shift Schedule: 4:30 am – 3:00pm, Monday - Thursday

Pay: $22.25 - $26.25/hour, full-time non-exempt (DOE)

2nd Shift Schedule: 3:00pm - 1:30am, Monday - Thursday

Pay: $22.25 - $26.25/hour, full-time non-exempt (DOE) + 10% shift differential

About Us:

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Benefits:

• Medical (free employee only coverage and low-cost options available)
• Dental, Vision, Prescription
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!
• 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available to use immediately!
• Uncapped Employee Referral Program of up to $700 per qualified referral

What You'll Bring:

• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn — no prior manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to follow instructions and pay close attention to detail.
• Comfort working on your feet and handling repetitive tasks.
• A team-first attitude and reliability in attendance.
• Safety first mentality

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Paid, hands-on training to help you build your skills from day one.
• Opportunities for advancement — many of our supervisors started in this role.
• Competitive hourly pay, overtime opportunities, and shift differentials.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand detailed instruction.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in a similar environment
• Capability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written.

Experience:

• One year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities in a manufacturing (or similar) environment preferred.

Working Conditions:

While performing the typical duties of this job, employees will experience the conditions noted below. PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment.

• Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled
• Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
• Exposure to hazardous equipment
• Exposure to contaminants
• Shared workspaces with other employees
• Requires handling objects of up to 30 lbs.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending
• Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift, and overtime)

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment):

Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the production floor. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor.

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Full Face Shield
• Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty)
• Protective Apron
• Respirator
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings:

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

People with Disabilities:

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need an accommodation:

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

Sumner Operations: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

E-Verify Statement:

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay:

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Our Values:

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.

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