BASIC POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for performing specialty functions and evaluations to support aerospace and industrial gas turbine manufacturing and engineering operations. Support development of solutions integrating technical expertise, problem-solving methodologies and fostering a culture of innovation improving the performance of Chromalloy.

Critical Success Factors:

• Requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through specialty work experience (may require technical education).
• Proven ability to assist technically while interfacing with other technical team members and other functions within a matrix organizational structure.
• Proven experience in the use of best practices, and technology.
• Proven experience in resolving non-routine problems requiring analysis to understand.
• Proven experience in CNC grinding processes.
• Uses foundational CI tools across the role to better the operational performance of the department.
• Typically, minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Aerospace or Industrial gas turbine engine engineering technician (laboratory, manufacture, or repair) or combined equivalent, achieving progressively increasing responsibility and results

Typical Education

• Technical Associates Degree in area of specialty or High school diploma/GED and equivalent work experience

Essential Duties / Tasks

• Supports Community of Practice(s)
• Develops documentation to set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain all equipment related to area of specialty.
• Develops programs for CNC grinding machines.
• Creates instructions and checklists for the operation of equipment and related materials for use in tests and/or production.
• Takes measurements and performs evaluations according to standard and non-standard methods.
• Ensures all testing is accomplished according to all customer and regulatory requirements.
• Records and reports test results after performing calculations, analyzing data, and making graphical representations as appropriate.
• Conducts work within established criteria and specifications.
• Provides assistance, guides, and trains less experienced team members.
• Performs safety checks on all equipment and safety instruments.
• Maintains equipment readiness and limits downtime in the event of malfunction.
• Prepares technical report summaries and periodically presents work to internal customers.
• Handles movement of gas turbine parts and miscellaneous equipment through-out the facility.
• Uses appropriate personal protective equipment and follows appropriate health and safety practices.
• Occasional travel required.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment by enforcing and supporting 5S principles.
• Adhere to and promote Corporate Code of Ethical Standards.
• Ensure compliance with Company IPM/QPM and ISO-9000 quality requirements.

Skills / Knowledge / Proficiencies:

• Practical and demonstrated experience working in an environment related to specialty.

BEHAVIORS:

• Consistently demonstrates our Values and Continuous Improvement Culture
• Takes ownership of commitments and consistently drives to meet objectives.
• Takes initiative to make recommendations
• Understands the business impact of internal projects/decisions; recognizes when decisions have significance and seeks guidance from experts and other functions.
• Receives and gives feedback to improve self and others
• Understands direct responsibility and the role within the team; balances operational and functional priorities. Develops mutual trust with supervisors and cross-functional peers
• Understands place in the overall vision of the company

Values:

• Integrity – Hold yourself accountable, treat others with respect and keep commitments
• Quality – Pay attention to detail, follow every step of the process, and continuously improve
• Innovation – Ask why and question the status quo coupled with bringing potential solutions to problems
• Customer Focus – Build personal relationships to have a better understanding of the internal/external customer needs
• Pride & Passion – Take initiative to celebrate accomplishments, spread enthusiasm, have a positive outlook