Braze Operator
Chromalloy is a global engineering and solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely and reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture, and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy, and defense industries around the world.
Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators, and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!
Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.
- Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
- Development and progression opportunities for every employee regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leaveall eligible on your first day of employment!
- Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.
Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.
Braze Operator Duties:
- Notching and routing of cracks
- Visual inspection for cracks using a 10X magnifier
- Mixing braze alloys with appropriate powders/liquids
- Dry honing/grit blasting in an enclosed booth wearing protection gloves
- Apply braze alloys and stop off using a syringe
- Perform general departmental housekeeping regularly
- Sustain production standards and quality
- Perform in-process visual inspections, dimensional inspections, and cosmetic final clean up
- Regular attendance and punctuality required
- Adhere to and promote Corporate Code of Ethical Standards
- Ensure compliance with Company IPM/QPM and ISO quality requirements along with NADCAP
- Documenting travelers accurately after operations are performed
- Follow and utilize Lean Manufacturing principles
- Maintain, implement, and improve 5S principles
- Adhere to and improve safety regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Moving parts and materials to next operation
- Use hand tools to form the braze pre-forms
- Resistance tack welding
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand work in-process documents
- Manual dexterity
- Good vision
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated with a high level of ownership and accountability
- Provides accurate feedback to the department supervisor pertaining to quality issues
- Lean skills continually drives process improvements
- Team building skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Must be fluent in English, i.e. speaking, reading, writing
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Previous light/medium industrial experience
- Basic computer knowledge
Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.
Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.
Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.
In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact