Date Posted:
2023-10-17
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HCA09: Mission Sys (Propulsion) 3530 Branscombe Road , Fairfield, CA, 94533 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
Collins Aerospace is looking for a Process Operator Technician to join our team in Fairfield, CA. The Process Tech performs varying tasks in a fast-paced quick changing environment. This position is a highly technical position, which requires working with hazardous chemicals and transforming them into propellant and propellant actuated devices. There is an abundance of equipment spread across several buildings to operate and maintain. Operator must have a degree of experience utilizing a complex series of HMI systems to perform the many remote operations required.
Compensation:
- $25.00 per hour starting rate
- Eligible for Annual Increases
- Competitive Benefits Package, including first day Medical
Schedule:
- This position is for 1st shift
- Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Overtime available on a business need basis
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ample prep work and critical set up and tear down of casting tubes and tooling.
- Operate numerous and differing complex equipment both manually and remotely via HMI.
- Routine daily setup of complex casting equipment, casting tooling, liner machines, and tube prep.
- Must conduct routine TPM, basic maintenance, and careful logging of process parameters on work orders, data sheets and propellant job travelers (PJT’s).
- Make precise measurements with standard measuring instruments and balances, remote monitoring software perform basic calculations and record on proper documentation. Be alert to recognizing problems with any of this equipment, and notify their group leader or supervisor as tolerance limits are approached to avoid making defective parts.
- Communicate potential mechanical and safety problems effectively and immediately.
- Handle very large amounts chemicals and energetics in accordance with safety regulations, while maintaining exact inventory.
- Perform all production-related work assigned by supervisor or group leader in strict accordance with written procedures
- Identify, control and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste including solvents, explosives, and lead.
- Read and operate per Manufacturing Procedure, Propellant Job Traveler, and Drawings with guidance from engineering and the chemistry departments.
- Cleanup of various machines, tooling, and areas from chemicals and propellants.
- In-plant transportation, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Complete documentation of work (i.e. marriage log, data sheet, etc.) without oversight.
- Work while wearing a respirator for certain operations as required.
- This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor/assistant supervisor.
Working Conditions:
- Frequent work with average to heavy-weight materials, and frequent standing/sitting for long periods.
- Frequent exposure to chemicals, noise, oils, solvents, greases, and energetic materials used in conjunction with the casting processes.
- Some exposure to potential hazards due to the relatively large quantity of chemicals, explosives and other materials used, and occasional hand-processing of raw explosives and chemicals while wearing a respirator.
- Overtime frequently required on short notice in order to meet business demands.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident “Green Card” holder
- Typically requires a high school diploma and 1 year of relevant experience or in the absence of a high school diploma or GED and 3 years of relevant experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) access
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of explosive or chemical manufacturing or handling experience
- Two years energetic materials processing, manufacturing, and/or assembly experience.
- Able to become respirator fit tested for safe operations
- Experience with operating human machine interface (HMI) software to operate equipment and monitor control bands to detect and prevent defects from occurring in real time a plus.
Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
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Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions
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Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You
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Autism Benefit
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Adoption Assistance
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Best Doctors, second opinion program
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And more!
Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.
Note:
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Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)
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Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
*The hourly pay range for this role is $22.88 - $30.91; however, RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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