Sandblaster Technician - Pompano Beach - AAA USA, Inc.

Description

About the Job
Must be willing to travel/permanently relocate to Jupiter, FL.
What we offer:

• Temp To Perm.
• Immediate placement.
• PTO.
• Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits.

Position Summary:
AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Jupiter, Florida that is a leading aftermarket service provider for multi-platform OEM gas turbine power plants worldwide.
The Heat Treatment and Brazing Technician performs manual and robotic pre-process grit blasting for thermal spray on components according specification and interpret results.
Essential Functions:

• Visually inspects serial numbers and part condition to verify if parts are acceptable.
• Interpret findings from inspection documentation activities and react according to established procedures.
• Tracks and manages tooling and consumable inventories.
• Performs liquid and tape masking on components using various tools and equipment according to WI/Drawings to maintain coating allowances.
• Performs manual and robotic pre-process grit blasting for thermal spray on components according specification and interpret results.
• Utilizes precision measuring equipment as required to check work and record in electronic database.
• In process inspection of own work and work of others before part movement to next operation.
• Operate controls on atmospheric and vacuum furnaces under direct supervision, load and unload own work.
• Knowledge of loading configurations and AMS2750 requirements for furnaces and locations of job aides.
• Assists operators in setting up their equipment and maintenance of tooling.
• Operates small cranes and fork-lifts to move equipment, parts and material.
• Data entry/confirmation of the required quality documentation.
• Reporting and monitoring of abnormal production time per production step.
• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Following Environmental Health and Safety regulations while working in fast pace environment.
• Continually improving operations and the working environment through 5s methodology.
• Performing waste handling in accordance to EHS procedures & legal requirements, such as:
  • Segregating waste generated.
  • Placing hazardous and non-hazardous waste in appropriate containers.
  • Maintaining waste containers closed and in good condition.
  • Labeling waste containers with appropriate hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste labels.
  • Marking the start accumulation date to hazardous waste label once the container in the satellite accumulation area becomes full.
  • Arranging internal waste transfer to central accumulation area.
  • Contain and clean up area incidental spills.
• Independently carry out assigned technician work and independently correct non-conforming hardware during the reconditioning process where applicable.
• Minimal experience in thermal spray booth operations under direct supervision.
• Training of all entry level technicians for coating prep, braze and heat treatment.
• Set-up and installation of brazing equipment according to process requirements.
• Execution of brazing requirements on gas turbine components as per the required technical specification for joining and putty braze.
• Experience with grinding and blasting of components for braze preparation according specification.
• Advise and / or participate in the design and fabrication of brazing tools and fixtures as required.
• Reporting of technical deviations to Cell Lead/Supervisor.
• Keeping the working environment and machines in a clean and proper condition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM's EHS Training Matrix, which includes: Initial and annual Hazardous Waste Management training.
• 2+ years of experience manufacturing experience with specific skills in at least one of the following disciplines: grinding, blending coatings, coatings application, coatings removal (strip line), blasting, heat treat, machining or welding or similar skillset.
• 2+ years of experience with interpretation of technical drawings or work instructions.
• 2+ years of experience in a production or maintenance environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office programs, SAP, time keeping applications and folder structures.

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