Production Technician

Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity for aProduction Technician at ourAuburn CA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Founded in 1968 Crane Aerospace & Electronics Auburn Calif. facility owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex highly engineered flow control products for mission-critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new state-of-the-art 65000 sq. ft. facility start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics.

Job Summary:

The Production Technician is responsible to test troubleshoot repair and modify production of assigned products parts equipment and systems under limited direction in support of high-volume low-mix production test operations.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in production test operations through completion

• Perform all testing operations within assigned functional area

• Certify as a Crane Designated Quality Assurance Inspector to perform product inspections as required

• Create non-conformance reports including detailed description of testing performed resulting failure and initial root cause investigation results

• Interpret and work in accordance with work orders and engineering drawings functional and acceptance test procedures failure reports manuals and all other applicable engineering and production specifications

• Calibrate or otherwise adjust assigned units by such means as potentiometer adjustment clocking or other positioning shimming tension or coil adjustments bearing and gear adjustments as appropriate for specific unit; Make required mathematical calculations for voltage resistance current impedance amplification flow rate and mass mechanical dimensions and adjustments

• Perform automated testing and performance testing using a variety of automated testing equipment and special test console to simulate in-service specifications including but not limited to: vibe burn in thermal cycle and leak test or hydraulic testing

• Perform manual testing involving setup adjustment operation and interpretation of results from standard and special purpose test equipment applicable to assigned product area such as differential and multi-meters signal generators power supplies bridges oscilloscopes altitude chamber flow meter and hi-pot or hydraulic valves

• Test units in other programs not normally worked on and units of greater complexity under close supervision

• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy

• Supports Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S KPIs Standard Work Problem

• Solving and other initiatives as they arise

• Flexible and willing to work overtime as necessary

• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

• Support customer visits

• Support internal and external audits

• Perform minimal work under a microscope or soldering

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a related field or equivalent educational experience

• Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of methods and procedure in troubleshooting circuitry or mechanical characteristics as related to area of assignment and ability to devise and adapt; Familiarity with product flow through a manufacturing or repair environment; Working knowledge of computer systems

• Skills: Good oral expression and comprehension (communicate through speech so others will understand and listen to and understand information and ideas presented through speech); Good written expression and comprehension (communicate in English through writing so others will understand and read and understand information and ideas presented in English through writing)

• Abilities: Ability to learn new test software and equipment and to identify abnormal conditions in equipment and product; Manual and finger dexterity (ability to quickly move your hand your hand together with your arm or your two hands to grasp manipulate or assemble objects); Ability to make precisely coordinated movements; Ability to work in multiple software systems including time enter data enter on-line training PDM and MRP systems

• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent

• Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of raw materials production processes quality control costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

• Knowledge of practical application of engineering electronics science and technology including applying principles techniques procedures and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services

• Knowledge of circuit boards processors chips electronic equipment and computer hardware and software including applications and programming

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses gowning masks hearing protectors heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE

• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises cold temperatures confined spaces dust or fumes

• May require occasional travel to support customer

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:

• Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement:eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website atfor more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.