Bench Hand

Who We Are

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

The Opportunity

Williams International has an exciting opportunity for a Bench Hand to join our team. The Bench Hand will work within a team environment and be responsible for the operation of miscellaneous processes supporting production of gas turbine engines.  Currently hiring for Afternoons (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM) and Nights (10:00 PM–6:30 AM). 

Essential job functions include but not limited to:

• Uses hand tools, standard measuring equipment, and gauges, to assemble parts in accordance with the planning instructions provided.
• Operates basic machining, grinding and polishing equipment.
• Uses precise cleaning processes and methods to clean, deburr, and polish parts.
• Visually inspects parts to ensure they are free of burrs or damaged surfaces.
• Performs packaging operations for assemblies and other parts.
• Maintains proper identification of parts per planning specifications and ensure that accurate and reliable records and documentation are maintained.
• Cleans, organizes and maintains cellular manufacturing work area in accordance with established standards.
• Strives to accomplish team goals and enhance the quality of parts through the reduction of scrap and improvement of throughput.
• Performs routine TPM`s of machines and equipment operated.
• Adheres to all safety standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience with the following:
• Bench assembly, turning, grinding, roller matched set sorting, and/or tape polishing.

• Experience with riveting and work and automation is a plus.
• Ability to read, understand, and correctly interpret basic blueprint drawings
• Able to work nights M-F from 9:30 PM - 6 AM (training on 1st shift)
• Physical lifting requirements include; ability to lift 50 pounds (4 inches to 25 inches), capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 pounds, a grip strength of at least 50 pounds, and be able to reach above the shoulder (65 inches).
• U.S. Citizenship status required.
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed.  Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U. S. Department of State

Additional Information

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

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