Production Operator 2nd Shift

Transfer Eligibility Criteria

• Meet time-in-role requirements as defined in the Promotions Policy (U.S.)
• Maintain an acceptable level of performance including but not limited to absence of corrective action and/or resolution of previous corrective action.
• Successfully pass any special screening processes required for the position of interest, including but not limited to background investigations, drug screens, and skills assessments.
• A transferred employee may be subject to additional background screening as required by the position.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Production Operator to support the manufacturing and repair of aerospace components in a fast-paced production environment. This role performs a variety of production, cleaning, assembly, and processing tasks while following standardized work instructions, quality requirements, and safe work practices.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift: 2nd shift, Monday-Friday 2:30p-11:00p

Shift Differential: $3.00

What You’ll Be Doing

• Cross-train and perform production operations across multiple manufacturing areas.
• Use hand tools, power tools, machinery, and shop equipment to prepare, clean, process, repair, and assemble aerospace components.
• Follow work instructions and procedures to cut, shape, bond, form, inject, cure, trim, drill, and repair composite and metal parts.
• Perform chemical cleaning and surface preparation processes.
• Conduct hand cleaning operations including acid etch, sanding, blending, and deburring.
• Use measuring and inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, scales, and tapes, to verify quality requirements.
• Inspect and certify your own work in accordance with established standards.
• Load, transport, and stage components throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate material handling equipment such as hoists, cranes, and industrial trucks as authorized.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and manufacturing standards.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn multiple manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

• Manufacturing or production experience.
• Autobody, mechanical, assembly, or industrial repair experience.
• Experience using hand tools, gauges, and inspection equipment.
• Experience working from written work instructions and standardized procedures.
• Experience operating cranes, hoists, or material handling equipment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment, chemicals, machinery, and production processes.
• Regular standing, walking, lifting, reaching, bending, and repetitive hand movements throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs from floor to waist and from waist to shoulder level.
• Ability to pull up to 40 lbs.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety requirements.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

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