Spirit AeroSystems · 3 months ago
Metal Fab - Hand Form Specialist
Wichita, Kansas
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSpirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. The Metal Fab - Hand Form Specialist will perform basic metal fabrication tasks and ensure quality control of the components produced.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Fabricate components using associated tasks including deburr, bending, routing, forming, cutting, shearing, straightening, shrinking, bead, flare, flange, punching, countersinking
Use hand, power tools & equipment to complete work assignment
Validate quality of tool(s) prior to setup, during & after job completion
Apply potting compound and sealer as required to complete the job
Work from blueprints, drawings, templates, and check fixtures, form blocks and written/verbal instructions
Self inspection as required of performed task prior to next work sequence. Uses precision measuring equipment (calipers, scales, etc.)
Rework and repair defective products as required
Assist others in the execution of tasks as required
As required layout parts and patterns to facilitate associated operations (shear, route, saw, etc.)
Setup, adjust, maintain and operate all equipment
Work may occasionally require soldering riveting
Use basic and advanced shop math
Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g.,replacing machine filters, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total
Routinely move product within shop-defined area, including across aisle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to
Performs verification of dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools
Perform inspection MVP, including first part review, of fabricated parts and assemblies
Initiate and document any non-conforming condition
Maintain required certifications and qualifications as needed. (e.g. SLS, BAC, Nadcap, AS9100, crane, sealer, liquid nitrogen, vehicle ops)
Ensure compliance with applicable processes (e.g., FOD, Hazmat, OSHA, QMS)
Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level
Able to capture, translate, validate or provide measurement data to meet engineering intent and top-level requirements using engineering and model-based definition drawings
Qualification
Required
All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. Majority of new hires will be hired on 2nd shift
All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment. Delay in completing your WorkKeys Assessment will result in a delay in your start date. You may complete your assessment in advance of an interview
IMPORTANT WorkKeys note: Any person scheduling their WorkKeys Assessment will be required to present two (2) forms of identification to be verified before their scheduled date for the WorkKeys assessment
Preferred
Hand form experience
Experience with stretch press, brake forms, bag press, and other skills involving bending of metal
Construction industry working with metal could also be considered
Benefits
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.
Company
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.
Founded in 2005
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
Kansas Department of Commerce
2024-07-01Acquired
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M
Leadership Team
Irene Esteves
Chief Financial Officer
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