Finishing Operator I

Date Posted: 2026-08-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-WA-SPOKANE-11135 ~ 11135 W Westbow Ln ~ WESTBOW Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Spokane, WA we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world. We’re currently hiring for a motivated, entry level Finishing Technician I. In this role, you will learn and be responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of automated chemical application equipment used to apply protective chemicals to carbon aircraft brakes. You’ll also complete manual chemical application processes and leverage automated riveting equipment to fasten hardware to the brake components. On the job training is provided as you learn and advance through a well-defined progression roadmap. The Finishing Department is responsible for three primary requirements: apply protective coating to prevent oxidation, manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing, and fasten required hardware as part of the final assembly of carbon products for installation into aircraft brake assemblies. The Finishing department operates and maintains Fanuc brand robots for most of the coating processes and employees must undergo significant, company-provided training to perform this work. Repetitive movement of material less than 25 lbs. is required in some process steps to load/unload machines, conduct visual and mechanical inspections, and weigh and stack material. While some processes are manual, most of the work in this department is automated for ergonomic and safety reasons so confidence in troubleshooting digital and mechanical issues for equipment is a must. Rotating Shift Structure: 4-on/4-off rotation equates to 6-months off every year!   Rotating day/night shift every 6 weeks 12-hour shifts: 6:00AM - 6:00PM / 6:00PM – 6:00AM Compensation Built-in, guaranteed overtime “Free” hours on non-overtime weeks Total annual compensation starting at $50,000 per year Clearly defined, skill-based tiered advancement opportunities available Additional Perks: Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program 401 (k) match program On-site fitness equipment Access to company-sponsored Commute Smart ride share program Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives What You Will Do You will part of a team-oriented atmosphere and interact with other functional groups (e.g., engineering) on technical matters. You will adhere to all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures. You will be responsible for process monitoring and quality checks. You will verify final assembled parts meet print. You will observe and follow all environmental, health and safety procedures. You will comply with all company policies and procedures. You will participate in Continuous Improvement activities.      You will maintain a clean and organized work area. You will utilize basic to intermediate computer skills for data entry and process monitoring. What You Will Learn You will gain the knowledge of all pertinent customer and company specifications including but not limited to international standards relating to the production of carbon-carbon brake components & company policies You will complete all training as assigned in the allotted time. You will learn how to use forklift and pallet jack You will learn how to use riveters both manual and automated You will learn how to use scales, calipers, micrometers You will learn how to use bar code scanning equipment You will learn how to use various tools (mixes, hotplates, etc.) You will learn how to operate the automated oxidation coating station You will learn how to operate oxidation bake out ovens. You will learn how to operate power and pneumatic equipment. You will learn to operate automated material handling equipment Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a HS Diploma or a GED U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Manufacturing or similar industry related experience Qualifications We Prefer Ability to recognize problems with any process equipment & notify chain of command when tolerance limits are approached to avoid making defective parts. Ability to read drawings and operate per manufacturing procedures. Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required. What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes:    Medical, dental, and vision insurance   Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees   Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   Tuition reimbursement program  Student Loan Repayment Program   Life insurance and disability coverage   Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning   Adoption Assistance            Autism Benefit   Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions   Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards progr