Textile Machine Operator I

Citizen, U.Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Spokane, WA we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world. We’re currently hiring for a motivated, entry level Textile Operator I. In this role, you will learn and be responsible for the set-up and operation of large-scale, CNC textile loom equipment used to complete a critical process step in the production of carbon-carbon composite braking material.

On the job training is provided as you learn and advance through a well-defined progression roadmap. The Textile department is responsible for producing carbon “Preforms”, which become the foundation from which carbon brakes are manufactured.

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Operator runs specialized loom equipment that converts carbon fiber strands into layered boards and uses specialized cutting equipment which cuts the brake preform parts out of the boards. however, repetitive movement of material less than 25 lbs. is required to load/unload machines, conduct visual and mechanical inspections, and weigh and stack material. This department operates in a temperature and humidity-controlled area of the facility.

Rotating Shift Structure: ~4-on/4-off rotation equates to 6-months off every year! ~ Rotating day/night shift every 6 weeks ~12-hour shifts: 6:00AM - 6:00PM / 6:00PM – 6:00AM Built-in, guaranteed overtime ~“Free” hours on non-overtime weeks ~ 2.25 Shift Differential ~208 hours of built in Overtime per year ~ Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program ~On-site fitness equipment ~ Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives You will assis