Assembly II

Location: Kent, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Compensation: $21.00 -$25.00/hr Dependent on experience

Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 3% employer match after 90-days of employment
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 7 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking a talented and motivated Assembly operator with a professional attitude. The Assembler II is an Advanced level position that performs complex production assembly operations on structural and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies. Performs work using hand tools and various equipment to assemble parts. Responsible for following drawings and detailed work instructions to assemble high-quality aerospace components.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Assembles production parts using Drill Press, Rivet Press, Arbor Press, Manual Mills and /hand Tools to attach parts or hardware in complex sub-assembly components. Uses equipment to install and swage bearings. Bonds parts using adhesives or sealants to customer specifications.
• Ability to learn and operate Honing equipment to size holes for bearing installations.
• Responsible for following drawings and detailed work instructions to assemble high-quality aerospace components.
• Self-inspects work to ensure quality defects are mitigated.
• Promotes "clean as you go" tool control program and FOD awareness.
• Utilizes a variety of mechanical measuring equipment such as dial indicators, calipers, bore gages, check pins and micrometers to obtain proper assembly-build requirements.
• Maintains dimensional accuracy on assemblies utilizing torque wrenches, fixtures, tooling, gages and other measuring devices. Required to work from assembly instructions, both written and oral.
• Provide input in team activities that encompass manufacturing producibility.
• Support AS9100 audits and ensure compliance to established standards.
• May be exposed to loud noises, confined spaces, dust, or fumes.
• Work from and follow process specifications, work orders, blueprints, schedules, and verbal/written instruction.
• Employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the plant floor.
• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.

Qualifications:

• 0-3 Years experience Aerospace/Commercial Manufacturing
• Trade School Certification preferred.
• Strong problem solving, social, and oral/written communication skills.
• Fundamental understanding of shop routers, Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts, and product acceptance criteria through operator verification.
• Familiarity with aircraft nomenclature and configuration is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO9001:2015/AS9100D is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and other visual specification layouts.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• Must be either a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (In order to comply with U.S. government regulations as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), or a "protected individual" as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email.