What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vest Operator Apprentice/Student position at Safran?
Job description
For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion.
There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
The Vest Operator is responsible for assembling fabric patterns according to work instructions, drawings, and other items to create air holding devices. They will join the seams of the fabric patterns together by applying adhesive. Hand tools are used during this process.
The Vest Operator performs all duties outlined in the Basic Training Checklist.
Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that”.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Ability to read drawings and follow written instructions, including manuals, standard practice and work instructions.
- Stamp, serialize and date stamp vital information (part number, date of vest manufacture, & serial number).
- Reference tools included on the job training and prints
- Ability to learn how to run various machines used in the production of vests, including vacuum pack machine, index/test machine, sewing machines, heat seal machines and any other equipment used in the vest process.
- Ability to fold and pack vests.
- Ability to complete very detailed paperwork accurately and quickly.
- Must have good communication skills
- Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture,
- Regular, predictable attendance is required;
- Other duties may be assigned.
Job requirements
Note for level:
- Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
- Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
- Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.
Education and/or Experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Entry level
- Not Applicable
- N/A
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position stands most of the 8 hour shift
- This position requires lifting of up to 30lbs
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is a manufacturing floor with moderate noise.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Safran Aerosystems designs high-tech solutions that optimize aircraft performance and flight safety. World leader in emergency evacuation systems and crew oxygen systems, the company is also a major player in fluid and fuel systems.
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
First experience
