Process Lab Technician - Manufacturing

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Dayton Granger, Inc.

Process Lab Technician - Manufacturing

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Immediately Hiring: Process Lab Technician – Manufacturing

    Company: Dayton-Granger, Inc.

    Industry: Aviation & Aerospace Component Manufacturing

    Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

    Shift: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 1st Shift

    Direct Hire | Competitive Pay | Great Benefits | Work-Life Balance

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    About Us:

    Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL , Dayton-Granger, Inc. (DG) is a third-generation, family-owned aerospace and aviation component manufacturer with over 81 years of experience. We design and produce aircraft antennas, electrostatic dischargers, and lightning protection systems for commercial, general aviation, and military aircraft worldwide. As an established company, DG offers stability, growth, work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment.

    Position Overview:

    As a Process Lab Technician , you will work with epoxies, chemicals, and hazardous materials in a hands-on production role. You'll follow detailed manufacturing instructions, assemble components, and maintain equipment. Over time, you'll cross-train in various manufacturing processes and transition into a floater role, supporting different workstations and expanding your skill set.

    Responsibilities:

    • Maintains and prepares materials for log tickets.
    • Assembles parts by following detailed assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
    • Mixes, coats and applies epoxies and epoxy related chemicals in the manufacturing of various parts.
    • Handles, processes and disposes of hazardous materials, fiberglass, aluminum powder and carbon powder.
    • Maintains all tools, and production equipment in the Process Lab area.
    • Perform additional tasks as assigned by management and gain hands-on training in different manufacturing processes within your production area, allowing you to expand your skill set.
    • Follows all DG safety procedures as per company policies and per the Facility Engineer/Safety Director

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • High School Diploma or GED required.
    • Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience
    • Experience handling chemicals and hazardous materials.
    • Ability to read and follow work instructions with accuracy. Ability to comprehend blueprints highly preferred.
    • Basic computer skills.
    • Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
    • Comfortable wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods.
    • Ability to lift/push up to 25 lbs and move around the facility as needed.
    • Basic English proficiency for reading instructions and communication.

    Preferred Qualifications (Nice to have, not required)

    • Experience working with epoxies or epoxy-related chemicals is a plus.
    • Previous experience in the aerospace, defense, or related industries is preferred but not required.

    Why You'll Love Working Here:

    We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long-standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets.

    Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 10 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.

    Benefits

    • Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
    • 401(k) match.
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
    • Mental health benefits.
    • Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage.
    • Paid parental leave
    • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
    • Excellent work-life balance.
    • Tuition reimbursement.
    • Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
    • On-site gym.
    • Access to advanced technology and resources.
    • Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts.
    • Team-building activities.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR') or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR'). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).