Operations Trainee

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Job description

Position Purpose:

This is an entry-level position in which the individual will be trained in the manufacturing processes of the aircraft. In a team environment, under direct supervision, perform a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Under specific instruction and guidance, perform fitting of detail parts and basic drilling and riveting operations using basic mechanic hand tools (pneumatic drills, rivet gun, countersinks, reamers, and files, etc.)

2. Ensure parts and work content meets the instructions of assigned manufacturing employee and/or Quality Control Inspector.

3. Learn to read work orders, blueprints, and specification sheets to determine the sequence of operation and work requirement.

4. Align and assemblies parts to be riveted using holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.

5. Observe and assist to become familiar with parts and assemblies, then works with decreasing supervision as experience is gained. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required. Entry-level position


• Strong mechanical aptitude


• Enrollment in a Technical Aviation program preferred.


• Computer keyboard skills

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.


• Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.


• Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.


• Proficiency in current personal computer-based software.


• Must be available to work any shift.

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