The Part Straightener is responsible for inspecting and straightening metal parts to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. This role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions

To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manually straighten parts; round out ends or remove surface blemishes (e.g., scratches, gouges, nicks, dents), using shop aid blocks, hammers, sandpaper, as required
Read work orders to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of bend lines, or dimensions and tolerances; ensure parts meet quality standards and specifications
Document work and maintain accurate records
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area (including machine surfaces)
Follows directions consistently and accepts responsibility for actions and work product
Complies with applicable manufacturing processes, work procedures, and supervisor instructions
Adheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize hazards and ensure employee safety
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

Required Education and Work Experience

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
A minimum of one (1) year experience in a production/manufacturing role requiring the use of hand tools and material-handling equipment is preferred; recent vocational training in a metal-working or other technical role may be considered in lieu of work experience

Other Required Skills and Abilities

Experience reading and accurately interpreting shop blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications is required
Experience using precision measuring instruments including mics and calipers is preferred
Experience using powered electric and/or pneumatic hand tools including grinders or sanders is preferred
Aerospace manufacturing experience is advantageous!

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, stand for long periods to perform job duties
Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds using peer assistance and/or other lifting & material-handling equipment
Occasionally reaches overhead and reaches out or down to perform duties
Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel
Frequently uses hand or fingers to manually inspect parts and operate tools and/or material handling controls
Visual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:
Excessive noise (hearing protection required)
Dust, smoke, mist, fumes/vapors (regularly)
Extreme temperatures (occasionally)
Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (regularly)
The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and use of safety footwear is required

This position is classified as safety-sensitive.

Compensation is determined by relevant experience, skills and certifications.

This position must meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):

An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or
An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or
An individual who is granted status as a "protected person"

About Accurus Aerospace Kent, LLC

Accurus Aerospace Kent LLC was founded in 1977 in Kent, WA. Over the past three decades, Accurus has evolved into a preferred supplier of sheet metal fabricated parts, high-precision machined parts, kits, and bench top assemblies to the Aerospace and Defense Industry. Located in a 47,000 square foot facility only 15 minutes from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Accurus is a center of Aerospace excellence and one-stop source for high-speed precision machining, fabrication, and assembly.

We appreciate your interest in Accurus Aerospace; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. For full details, please visit the benefits section of our website.

Accurus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Please see our website for more information on employment practices.

Please note that Accurus only accepts applications submitted through our online recruiting system. For information on disability accommodations for applicants, please visit our career page.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully completing a drug screen and criminal background screening. Certain positions may require a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a credit report, and/or a medical physical examination.

Thank you for considering Accurus for your next career opportunity.

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