Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Technician at our Burbank, CA location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and componentsto the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace &Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft - delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.
Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary:
Quality Technicians are responsible for conformity inspection, source inspection, auditing, documenting, reviewing and recommending manufacturing process improvements, mentoring/training/assisting inspectors, DMIR activities
Essential Functions:
Evaluate products and processes in accordance with engineering drawings, samples, inspectionrequirements, processspecifications, procedures and other approvedreference sources to verifycompliance
Obtain certificationforand perform customer DQR source inspection and FAA DMIR activities
Receive training as needed to conduct Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) programming and back up dutiesfor inspection
Assist in the preparation, review and approval of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
Perform internal auditsto comply with internal and customer guidelines.Develop checklists to be used as guidelines for audits from process specifications,work instructions, quality inspection procedures, corporate procedures, and industry ormilitary specifications
Evaluate products for defective or damaged components, accurate assembly, fit, adjustment, dimensions, locations, identifications, cleanliness, finishes, wire routing, encapsulation, and other conditions, pertinent to acceptable sub-assemblies, assemblies, and end items
Observe work in process and determine compliance to operational guidelines specified in process specifications,work instructions, quality inspection procedures, heat treat log verificationsand other internal and contractual requirements
Perform defect data sorting, reportingand trending functions to facilitate identification areas or trends requiring corrective action.Prepare NCRsor Corrective Actionsas needed
Debrief appropriate levels of management from production leads to managers apprising them of acceptable and unacceptable activities and make viable recommendations for solution of problems when requested
Training:
Provide manufacturing operators and delegated inspectors with inspection skills, process measurement skills and serve as aresource for inspection issues.
Train and instruct othersin tactical processes.
Any other tasks assigned by supervisor or management
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:1-7 years of experience in amanufacturing environment. Experience with in-process inspections in a manufacturing environment. Experience with mechanical inspection and/or electronics inspection.
Knowledge:Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical measurement tools)or the ability to learnis desired;Knowledge ofperformingmanufacturing process audits and feedback for process improvement. Familiarity with SPC data gathering.
Skills/Abilities:Understand, interpret, relate and instruct others oninternal,industryor customerspecifications which relate toproducts andprocesseswhich are performed and audited;Experience and/or training in process auditing.
Education/Certification:High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior work as a technician, quality inspector, supervisor,or senior production operator
Familiarity with IPC-A-610 requirements
Associates of Science degreeor BA, BS degree
Working Conditions:
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises,hot orcold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
Standing: 30% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 70% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 35 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 50 pounds
Mental/Visual: the use of microscopes/magnifying, etc
Workspace (line, cube, etc): Cubicle/line
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:
o Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
o Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
o 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
o Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.
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You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
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Salary range:$33.50 to $40.75. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.
The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate's base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.