Foundry Technician at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA, United States
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
MELTING OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT TECHNICIAN (FOUNDRY) - (2ND SHIFT)
Success in this role requires people who are motivated, adaptable, inquisitive, have a high level of attention to detail, and are eager to learn new things. The Foundry Technician will be responsible for learning the details of our processes as they evolve, then using that understanding to effectively and safely operate equipment and propose improvements that help SpaceX make world-changing launch vehicles and spacecraft.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safely support de-shelling casting mold operations
Safely support gate removal
Safely operate large industrial equipment including abrasive saws, chop saws and plasma cutters
Effectively use water blast triplex machine
Read and interpret work instructions and provide process improvements
Support part operations in partnership with design engineers
Move and stage parts and material as needed with pallet jacks, forklifts, and other assisted lift methods or with SpaceX vehicles
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
Keep work areas free of debris
Effectively follow work instructions
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing or production environment
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
1+ years of hands-on experience with foundry processes & investment casting or large industrial equipment
Eagerness to learn
Experience with foundry operations
Experience with investment casting
Demonstrated professional track record of creative problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvement
Water jet experience
Excellent attention to detail
Team player
Experience with Forklift
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is a 2nd shift role working from 2:00 PM to 12:30 AM
Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.