Want a career that makes a difference in your community?
Chinook Enterprises is taking applications for a Full-Time Aerospace Mechanical Assembly Technician (Production Mechanic – II) to join our Production & Manufacturing Division.
OUR ORGANIZATION
Chinook Enterprises was founded in 1980. We are a non-profit designed to operate as a business, but with a social mission: supporting full participation in community life for people with disabilities or other barriers. Full participation must start with successful employment.
OUR GOAL
To help people live more productive and fulfilling lives by striving to gain competitive employment as well as inclusion in the community.
OUR ACTION
We demonstrate a positive environment to work, train, and provide service to our customers regardless of culture, age, gender, abilities, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, genetic information, socioeconomic status, and language of origin. We prioritize diversity education for our staff and stakeholders and regularly assess our employee, customer, and stakeholder demographics to improve our effectiveness.
TO APPLY
- We are committed to adding voices to our team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), military veterans and spouses, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ identifying individuals, and those with work gaps to apply and help us in our vision to realize a community that celebrates inclusion and diversity through innovative leadership and partnerships.
- To learn more about us, the position and to apply, please visit https://chinookenterprises.org/careers-at-chinook
- Download our application and submit it with your Cover Letter and Resume through our website. Or apply in person at: Chinook Enterprises, 2026 Laventure Rd. Mt Vernon, WA 98273
POSITION SUMMARY
The Production Technician – Mechanic III is a senior-level technical role within the Production Department. This position will work closely with the team lead and Production Management to support team operations through hands-on production work, training, and mentorship. This position performs advanced mechanical assembly, seat track assembly, tooling setup, and bonding fabrication while ensuring adherence to quality standards and engineering specifications. The Mechanic III serves as a technical resource for the team and may assume quality assurance responsibilities as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
For full job description with qualifications, please visit our website at https://chinookenterprises.org/careers-at-chinook/
Education & Experience
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- A minimum of five years in a mechanical, technical, or manufacturing role
Required Experience
- 6+ months experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading, and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, in English.
- 1+ years of experience using high impact vibratory tools; such as bucking/riveting
- 5+ years experience in a technical or mechanical field performing work with basic hand, power, and/or pneumatic (air) tools.
- 1-2+ years experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly processes and procedures.
Preferred Experience
- 5+ years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years’ experience in aerospace, manufacturing, and/or fabrication.
- 1+ years experience in bonding/sealant/electrical bonding
Skills & Abilities
- Must be able to read and translate engineering drawings.
- Proficient in operating floor-mounted power tools (bandsaw, grinder, drill press, disc sander), hand tools, pneumatic tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Able to follow oral and written instructions and work on sequential work routines.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Demonstrated ability to train and mentor others in technical processes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Must possess independent decision-making skills regarding accuracy and quality of assigned tasks.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Must have strong time management skills to efficiently meet the expected quantity of the assigned job.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Must be willing to work non-standard working hours when contract needs demand.
- Ability to adhere to corporate policies as detailed in the Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software with the ability to learn to utilize new technologies.
Other
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- Must have, or obtain, a valid Electrical Bonding & Ground Stud Installation and Bonding & Sealant Application certifications upon hire or are willing to obtain within three months of employment.
- Must take required courses to maintain Electrical Bonding & Ground Stud Installation and Bonding & Sealant Application certifications every two years.
- Chinook works with a vulnerable population, so all employees are required to submit and pass a Washington State Patrol background check as well as a DSHS background check.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Days and Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm
Starting Wage: Level I: $27.33 – $32.67 DOE
Benefits: We offer an excellent benefits package, including full coverage on medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) matching retirement, 10 paid holidays, 160 hours of paid vacation, paid sick leave, an optional vision benefit that is available at a low cost, voluntary life insurance, dependent care FSA, tuition reimbursement program, quarterly incorporate massage and company provided mental fitness app Nivati. We have a great culture, flexibility, and offer training and development opportunities.
To find out more about our Production Division, check out our website:
https://chinookenterprises.org/manufacturing-and-assembly/
