Fabrication Operator - (1st 2nd and 3rd Shift)

Job SummaryThe Fabrication Operator (A) is responsible for working in manufacturing, performing task such as polishing acrylic, assembling cabin windows and pilot windows, cutting acrylic using hand tools such as band saws and manual saws, running custom machinery such as stretch machines, data entry, moving large pieces of acrylic (IE canopies, acrylic sheets), layup, coating, and setting up ovens and autoclaves. The Fabrication Operator (A) will support the manufacturing ramp up of windows, canopies and windshields for defense and commercial aircrafts. Job ResponsibilitiesContribute to their team in creating a Great Place to Work by role-modelling safety-first, a Kaizen mind-set, and supporting their colleaguesHold themselves, and fellow team members accountable to embody the GKNA culture principlesUndertake all of their tasks in compliance with the standard work and their training, and make any problems; safety, quality, or other, immediately known to their TLExemplify a safety-first mindset and follow all GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standardsUnderstand their teams People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cash and Cost Key Performance Indicators and their contribution to themBecome certified at the Lean Foundation level and implement at least 1 Kaizen per monthSupport the team and TL in problem solving, contributing ideas based upon own experience of their tasksBe an active member of the team, promoting collective engagement with each otherComply with all legal and regulatory requirements:The company's Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policiesCompliance and Ethics Policy on Contracting with the United States Government in all areas of responsibility involving direct and indirect contracting with the United States GovernmentExport Control regulationsResponsible for recording and maintaining accurate production records to ensure complianceWill be working while wearing a respiratorWill work with chemicals and resins in the manufacturingWill use measuring tools, such as: Micrometer, Scale and Calipers to ensure compliance to blueprintWill comprehend and follow both verbal and written instructions outline in manufacturing documentationWill be working in a team environmentJob QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED equivalentFluent in English and able to demonstrate strong Reading and Writing operational proficiencyAble to perform heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds assistedUS Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance and site requirementsPreferred QualificationsFamiliarity with ASIHas experience working in an Aerospace Manufacturing EnvironmentCompensation DataThe compensation for this position is:$22.32/hour

Created: 2026-04-02