Laser Weld Operator (Nights)

PACIFIC AEROSPACE & ELECTRONICS • Wenatchee, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking a Laser Weld Operator to join our team on our night shift. A successful candidate is committed to pushing the boundaries of technology, performance, and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future!

PacAero’s core businesses include an array of electronic connectors and housings for the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero is primarily located in Wenatchee, WA with a remote manufacturing site, Bonded Metals, located in Sequim, WA. Working together, we employ proprietary technologies, best practices engineering, and specialized manufacturing techniques to produce hermetic connectors and electronic packaging that perform in the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero’s products are hard at work in medical components, such as cardiac-function devices, on key aerospace & defense programs, in space and deep below the earth's surface.

Working under general supervision, Laser Weld Operator is responsible for setting up and operating laser weld systems in joining precision parts according to specifications. The role involves monitoring machine processes, performing measurements and inspections to ensure product quality, and adhering to safety and production standards.

Requirements

• Read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.
• Good computer skills.
• Able to sit and or stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to use a microscope for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to retain information.
• Must have legible handwriting.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Take responsibility for own actions.
• Identify process improvements.
• Requires minimal supervision to perform everyday tasks.
• Demonstrates strong independent thinking with problem solving skills.
• Support company/management decisions.
• Offers help when needed.
• Understanding of the effects of process deviation.
• Advise management of policy violations.
• High School graduate or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with all employees.
• Willingness to adapt work schedule to company needs.
• Consistently at work and on time.
• Following company handbook policy and companies cell phone policy.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Observe safety regulations and follow protective equipment requirements. Report hazardous observations to your lead or supervisor.
• Must be able to retain information and show continued progression of growth towards Level II.
• Learn to locate and interpret Engineering Drawings to correctly determine requirements.
• Develop strong understanding of the quality requirements of individual components and the finished products.
• Use Certified Laser Weld Instructions (CLWI) to Setup and operate BOTH Laser weld systems: LASAG (SP-41070 MTH 4) and IPG (SP-41070 MTH 5).
• Learn use of correct tools, techniques, and equipment to inspect dimensions of components and finished assemblies as required.
• In-process visual inspections under a microscope to confirm compliance with weld quality standards in WQS-300.
• Obtain certification for Laser Weld Operator compliant to D17.1 guidelines
• Must perform all tasks with rigid adherence to parts handling best practices
• Work towards Pass/Fail Leak Check Certification.
• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort
• Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed work area

Benefits

• Insurance Benefits: We provide our employees with access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and long-term care to ensure they can prioritize their health and well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in the importance of work-life balance, so we offer generous PTO allowances that accrue with each pay period so that our employees can rest and recharge, spend time with family and friends, or pursue personal interests.
• Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of spending time with loved ones during holidays, so our employees receive paid holidays to celebrate and enjoy these moments.
• Growth Participation Units (GPUs): We provide growth participation units (GPUs) to our employees, which represent a share of the company's growth and success. Our GPUs are issued to all employees and as we increase the value of our business, they grow in value as well. When our current private equity firms sells the company, GPUs will be paid out, with all employees sharing in the profits from the sale.
• 401(k) w/ Matching: We offer a 100% match, up to 4%, to help our employees save for their future.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurances: We want to ensure that our employees are protected in case of unexpected circumstances, and provide short-term & long-term disability insurances, entirely employer paid.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in continuous learning and development and offer tuition reimbursement to support our employees' educational goals.
• Additional Perks: Our employees enjoy a range of additional benefits such as dependable work schedules, overtime opportunities, term life & AD&D insurance, corporate gym membership discounts, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED