Shop Helper

Ascentec is hiring an entry-level shop helper at our Tualatin, Oregon location! This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on training in the Precision Machining Industry. In this role, you will work in our shop and help with staging material, custodial duties (janitorial work), filling coolants – oils/lubricants, deburring, polishing, inspecting parts and learning to operate CNC machines, CMM’s, Manual Parts Inspection, Assembly and Parts Finishing.

This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.   

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: To include but not limited to the following:

• Training and use of Forklift, Pallet Jacks

• Load/unload materials and products

• Assist with maintenance on machines within the Machine Shop

• Ensure machine shop is clean and organized in appearance including removing trash and sweeping as required

• Deburr and Assembly of precision machine components 

• Use of power and hand tools; Torque wrenches, Heli coil installation, drills, Dremel, torque drivers - wrenches, files, pneumatic sanders, etc.

• Read prints and inspect parts for conformance, typically +/- .005 tolerance

• Check parts using basic measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, pin gages, thread gages and depth gauges

• Introductory training on CNC operation of Haas, DMG Mori & Okuma controls 

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area following prescribed safety standards

JOB QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS: 

• No previous experience required. Will train.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Experience with CNC, Assembly, Deburr, and Print reading capabilities are pluses 

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated / Flexible / Detail Oriented

• Dependability and strong work ethic

• Positive customer focused attitude

• Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment

• Honest with good integrity

• Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations

• Willingness to help others as needs and tasks change often

• Team player

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift to 50 lbs. 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. 

• Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. 

• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Compensation/Benefits:

· $17 to $18 per hour DOE 

· Paid time off / Holiday pay

· Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 

· Short- and long-term disability coverage 

· 401(k) with matching funds 

· Profit sharing eligibility 

· Educational aid program availability 

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering 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.