Benching Technician, Manufacturing

To provide benching support for machining processes in accordance with Erickson requirements and Customer requirements.
  

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Deburr, grind, file, sand, blend, and polish products to design requirements.
• Use basic shop mathematics to complete work assignments using measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, surface roughness gages, and others.
• Assist in sawing, cleaning, machine setup, loading and unloading, and assembly of aircraft products.
• Follow manufacturing order instructions and verify work is performed as needed to meet process requirements.
• Read and understand drawings and technical specifications for products.
• Document all work per company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Occasional use of a variety of solvent products to perform required tasks.
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) where required.
• Comply with company policies and procedures while performing all work.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and general organization of work areas, machines, and equipment. Maintaining lubrication and coolant levels as related to basic preventive maintenance duties.
• Routinely transport raw material and products within the immediate manufacturing work area, using shop assigned equipment (I.e., cart, pallet jack, forklift, over-head crane), as required for the next operation.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Competencies 

Safety and Work Environment – Identifies hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and takes appropriate action to maintain a safe and productive work environment for self and others. Follows Values Charter “Safety: Above all else”. 

Effective Communication – Actively listens to others. Communicates with others clearly, openly, and respectfully. Uses all forms of communication effectively and appropriately (including email, text, IM). 

Teamwork – Works with and supports others to achieve organizational goals. Meets individual and team deadlines and responsibilities. Assumes additional responsibilities when needed. Responds constructively to instructions and procedures. Listens to others and values opinions and is respectful of team members and other Erickson employees. Works effectively with team leader or manager and promotes a positive team environment. 

Accountable to Achieving Commitments – Achieves commitments to both internal and external customers. Produces high quality work by being attentive to detail and maintaining accuracy. Works in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner to meet all schedules and timelines. Anticipates potential problems. Finds the root cause of problems and takes appropriate action. Makes continuous improvement to processes and results. 

Adaptability to Change – Understands, accepts, and supports the need for business change and helping others with transitions. Adapts and adjusts to change within their own area of responsibility and accepts the need for change more broadly. Actively identifies and leads change within area of responsibility.
  

Minimum Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• One-year hands-on working experience with hand tools such as handheld rotary tools, sanding bocks, inline sanders, templates, and all required safety equipment.
• Basic knowledge in using measuring equipment, such as a tape measure, ruler, protractor, caliper, etc.
• Basic knowledge of reading drawings/blueprints.
• Basic computer knowledge using Microsoft Office products.
• Valid Driver’s license.