Production Associate III

Date Posted: 2026-06-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required As a Production Associate III (Blend Technician), you will be responsible for a combination of the following Deburring Duties such as Sanding, Blending, Tumble Deburring, Transporting completed parts to next destination and other miscellaneous duties.  What You Will Do: Responsible for learning of the deburring process. Gain knowledge of customer/company specifications and international standards.  Ability to learn and retain standards, special processes, policies, processing, etc.  Must adhere to all EH&S regulations and policies as well as attend required training courses related to EH&S  Follow the EH&S roles and responsibilities in accordance with the Cargo Policy MP5322 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience Qualifications We Prefer: Demonstrate a continued interest in good housekeeping and safety practices. Demonstrate ability to work for the area supervisor. Become proficient in handling of equipment that is applicable to complete the required job.  Demonstrate an ability to effectively cooperate and communicate with co-workers and personnel in other departments. Familiarization with the Quality System Must adhere to all ethics standards set by company. Blueprint Reading experience preferred but not required. Individual or Departmental Specific Development Programs Identified by the company Activities:  Standing or  walking for 8 or more hours per day  Bending or twisting to retrieve parts or equipment 3-6 hours per day  Squatting down to retrieve parts or equipment 1-3 hours per day  Grasping, reaching, or squeezing with hands and arms to retrieve parts or equipment 8 or more hours per day Pushing/pulling with hands and arms to retrieve parts or equipment 1-3 hours per day  Using the keyboard to enter or retrieve data 1-3 hours per day Ability to lift up to 25 lbs What We Offer Benefits    Some of our competitive benefits packages include:    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 program   Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits   Bright Horizons, child and elder care services   Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program   And more!    Learn More & Apply Now!   The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.   *Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.    Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.    Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides