1st Shift Production Hand Work

Job Description

Job Description

1st Shift Handwork Operator

Starting pay $21.00 an hour plus based on experience.

Entry level position, training will be provided.

Build a career at Radius Aerospace- Shelbyville. We offer a unique environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. The work environment is fast-paced and high-energy. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.

Position Summary

We are looking for production associates to join our team. Our production associates’ duties include using a crane, reading work orders, learning specs, using precision measurement tools, heat treating aluminum aircraft parts, and trouble shooting/repairing the machine

Know and follow general company and corporate policies and procedures.

• Operates automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures.
• Controls heat-treating furnaces, baths and quenching equipment to alter physical and chemical properties of metal objects, using specifications and methods of controlled heating/cooling
• Places parts in racks, trays, or baskets and places objects on conveyor or loads
• Determines temperature and time of heating cycle, and type and temperature of baths and quenching medium to attain specified hardness, toughness, and ductility of parts.
• Use standard heating charts, utilize knowledge of heat treating methods, equipment, and properties of metals.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
• Set up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly.
• Installs machine replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Report to work on time, good regular attendance, follow instructions from supervisor or management, interact well co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures.
• Crossing training into other various departments
• Other various duties as needed or as assigned.
• Good regular attendance

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Employee Benefits: Our employees are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Competitive salary
• 401k with company matching
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Prescription Medication Coverage
• Vision Insurance
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Paid holiday
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

To learn more about what we do, who we are, and what we value, please visit our website at

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• Equal Opportunity Employer: Radius Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Disability Accommodation: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.
• Drug-Free Workplace: In order to maintain our Drug-Free work environment, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.
• Cybersecurity and Compliance: All employees are required to comply with the company’s cybersecurity, information security, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling policies. This includes safeguarding sensitive information, completing mandatory security training, and promptly reporting any suspected data or security incidents. Certain roles may involve access to CUI associated with U.S. Department of Defense contracts and require completion of CMMC/ITAR compliance training.
• ITAR/EAR Requirements: Pursuant to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), applicants for select positions may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status to meet the minimum qualifications. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
• Work Authorization: All U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Recruiters/Staffing Agencies: No phone calls without a previously signed service agreement in place, please.