Business Profile:
PCC Aerostructures is a leading supplier of complex components and assemblies to the global aerospace industry.
PCC Aerostructures now includes more than 35 plants in the U.S, Europe and Asia with over 5000 employees and has ambitious growth plans. Businesses within PCC Aerostructures include Primus International, SPS Aerostructures, Centra, Avibank and AVK, Klune, ProCoat, Southwest United Industries, Progressive Incorporated, Synchronous, Noranco and Kalistrut. Plants locations include Washington, Utah, California, Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Ohio, Canada, Mexico, the UK and China.
Location Profile:
Klune Industries was founded in 1972 in Southern California. More than forty years later, Klune Industries is a preferred supplier to the aerospace and defense industries offering end-to-end solutions for aerospace and defense including sheet metal forming, machining, and assemblies. Klune Industries was acquired by Precision Castparts Corp. in August, 2012.
Position Summary:
Level One – Under close supervision, safely perform basic metal form product following processes and customer specifications, Basic understanding of manual arbor press, hydraulic H presses, shrinker/stretcher machines, feeler gauges, straight edge, height gauge, indicator, micrometers, calipers, weights, materials i.e. aluminum, Titanium, Steel… basic shop math. 0-3 years of exp
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Safely perform basic metal forming tasks on sheet metal products according to customer specifications and internal procedures, using various equipment and tools to shape and form materials.
- Utilize C/S methods to inspect, adjust, and straighten aluminum parts featuring different configurations such as Flat, Angle, and Contour. Detect and correct any deformities or deviations in the components using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Verify part dimensions using specified inspection methods (e.g., Mylar templates, physical tooling, and gauges) to ensure conformance to engineering drawings and traveler instructions.
- Maintain area organization and cleanliness through-out shift.
Required Skills:
- Basic to intermediate understanding of manual hand tools (wrenches), powered hand tools, hammers (all types), protractors, lead bars (C/S), scales, straight edges, and other related equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret basic to intermediate technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Basic visual inspection
- Basic shop math skills for calculating dimensions, tolerances, and material properties.
- Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs and perform repetitive tasks, including standing for extended periods.
Required Experience:
- 0-3 years of experience in metal forming, inspection, or a related field, preferably within the aerospace industry.
Level of Education:
- GED or High School diploma preferred but not required.