Tank Operator

Tank Operator

Working closely with Sr. Tank Operator, conducts the chemical milling functions by racking, repairing parts, verifying thickness, dimensions and calculating etch rates by performing the following duties.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our facility in Orange, CA is a
leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of
titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded
assemblies.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture - as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Reads work orders/traveler instructions and shop sketches for job orders
  
• Verify thickness and dimension of parts by use of various tools such as micrometer, depth gages and ultrasonic equipment.
  
• Calculates etch rates.
  
• Check parts for chem mill defects and follows SOP for corrections.
  
• Racks parts by SOP and makes basic maskant repairs by following scribe SOP.
  
• Assists lead and senior operators.
  
• Uses hoist, crane, carts to move parts.
  
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project
  committees.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, work orders, traveler instructions and shop sketches.
  
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
  
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one.
  
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  
• Ability to calculate etch rates.
  
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  
• Ability to operate a hoist and crane.
  
• Ability to use power tools such as drills saws and wrenches.

Required Experience and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• 1 - 3 years' experience preferred.

This is a generic job posting for a Tank Operator. Depending on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.

Base Compensation: USD 18.00 - 19.00 Paid Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

1885 N. Batavia Street
Orange, California, 92865
United States