Processing Technician

SchnellerWacoindeedpublished 10/29/2026

Job Title: Processing Technician – Mechanical Products

Department: 382 – Manual Machining

Reports To: Mechanical Products Production Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Understands and performs proficiently the operation of heat-treating components, passivating stainless-steel, nickel-plating components, washing components in parts washer, using computer, and sandblasting components.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for completing and filing all documentation associated with NADCAP requirements (including heat treat, passivation, and nickel plating).

Possesses the ability to test PH, concentrations, and performs any other testing of solutions related to processes, making adjustments to solutions, as needed, to meet specifications.

Operates various mechanical equipment: Heat treats, buffs, polishes, passivates and plates work of varying shape or design, per specifications.

Operates sand blasters, heat treat ovens, nickel plating line, hardness testers, part washer, etc.

Receives detailed written and/or verbal instructions on all work. May utilize computerized presentations of blueprints, specifications, BOM's, and instructions.

Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders for the machine operation duties of mechanical units or components.

May be required to obtain necessary parts or tooling from the warehouse/tool crib for the operations. Should exercise good judgment on the proper functioning of the equipment, seeking assistance or direction as necessary.

Completes heat treating, deburring, polishing, plating, and/or buffing of units or components per drawings or specifications. Inspects units or components for accuracy, completeness, function, and quality of operations performed. Reassembles or reworks units as required.

Performs other miscellaneous duties related to, but not limited to the above job duties as requested by supervision, i.e., moving materials to and from work areas, recording quantity or department as required by schedule and material supply. Maintains flow of production in the departments, as required by schedule and material supply. Conforms to engineering specifications, safety, production, and quality standards. Keeps facilities and work area clean and orderly, exercising care in their maintenance.

The above job description is an outline or guide of the duties to be performed in this job classification and is not intended to be restrictive. Specific descriptions and instructions of the mechanical assembly procedures are addressed in the specifications for each assembly.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS, and/or EXPERIENCE:

Education: High school / GED; Technical degree or similar preferred.

Equipment: Production equipment such as, but not restricted to, heat treatment equipment, passivation equipment, nickel plating equipment, deburring equipment, sand blasters, polishers, buffers, measuring tools, hardness testers, hand tools, micrometer, caliper, plating thickness verification equipment, and other equipment as designated by supervision.

Safety equipment as designated by supervision.

Experience & Abilities: Requires minimal 3 years applied experience in heat treat or plating field, along with other related experience preferred.

Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications, operation orders, and facilitate NADCAP audits.

Must have general computer skills – MS Office – Word, Excel, etc.

Must be capable of achieving NADCAP certification.

US Person: This position must meet "US Person" Export Control Requirements as defined by 22 CFR 120.62 - "US Person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)." Or a successful foreign person candidate must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations."

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is required to walk and move about the manufacturing facility, sit, and talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10+ pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status

Shift: First Shift

Compensation: 27.36