Process Technician, Stamping (Starlink)

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PROCESS TECHNICIAN, STAMPING (STARLINK)

Working directly alongside the materials engineering group, this position will primarily support manufacturing and development of SpaceX’s Starlink product components with a strong group of mechanical and process engineers. The goal of the team is to develop new manufacturing methods and qualify processes to be introduced into production. As a stamping technician, you will be responsible for maintaining daily production uptime of semi-automated press, including all subsequent post-metal forming operations. This is a hands-on production job that includes meeting goals for production, quality, inventory of both parts and raw material, and personnel aspects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Setup coil material, mount progressive dies, clamp, and run production on automatic presses

• Troubleshoot production equipment, make adjustments to the stamping press and peripheral equipment. This includes performing machine maintenance and preventative maintenance

• Perform quality checks as per inspection instructions and inform leadership of quality issues

• Stack or fill parts into packaging containers

• Install, commission and validate intelligent equipment to support injection molding applications

• Work with de-coiler/straightener controls

• Remove and clear scrap from press and work areas

• Participate in process development of the injection molding process through parameter optimization, DOE experiments, and trials that will lead to a robust process

• Oversee operator instructions, critical parameters, checklists and training materials for all molding operations, update special equipment service manuals including BOMs, drawings, wiring schematics, recommended needed processes, technical expertise, and tooling for optimization of production runs

• Work closely with product design engineering teams to define requirements

• Diagnose equipment failures, collect data to identify root causes and develop sustainable solutions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 1+ years of experience operating coil fed stamping press machines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 4+ years experience operating coil fed stamping press machines

• Experience using COE coil feed, SEYI press machines and Aida press machines

• Experience with aluminum material

• Experience with using progressive dies, servo presses and automated presses

• Ability to meet daily/weekly production goals and critical time schedules

• Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment

• Ability to read blueprints and complete basic shop math, along with knowledge of flat pattern layout on sheet metal parts

• Experienced with large aluminum coil loading, automated stamping press and Typhoon washers as well as lubrication system

• Experience in independently troubleshooting electrical circuits, electronic systems, motors & starters, electrically operated equipment and making successful repairs and modifications

• Electrical wiring experience and some knowledge of how PLCs, sensors, and other electrical components are wired and work

• Able to interpret geometrical tolerances on part drawings

• Comprehensive knowledge and thorough understanding of robotics and auxiliary equipment used with stamping presses

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Office, and Word

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work one of the follow shifts:

• 1st shift 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday to Friday

• 3rd shift 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM Monday to Friday

• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, climbing hand over hand, lifting up to 25 lbs unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights

• Standing/walking/climbing up and down ladders for long periods of time

• Ability to work overtime and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Process Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
Process Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
Process Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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