1st Shift Ceramic Core Finisher

With more than 30 years’ experience in the manufacture of ceramic cores used in the casting of gas turbine engine components for aerospace, medical, and industrial applications, DAI Ceramics is at the cutting edge of ceramic core technology. Our company is dedicated to providing quality products, on-time delivery, and fair prices. 

We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package. We believe in taking care of our team on and off the job. Full-time employees are eligible for: 

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

DAI offers a positive working atmosphere that fosters teamwork and an appreciation of all our employees.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

Finish and repair ceramic hardware product & airfoils in accordance with the standard operating procedures and customer supplied specifications.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Follow documented job specific work instructions
• Finish and repair ceramic hardware product and airfoils using handheld and free-standing equipment and tools
• Visually inspect product and identify defects
• Maintain required documentation and paperwork
• Produce quality ceramic cores, meeting production goals and quality requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation
• Communicate effectively with manager, lead person, quality inspectors, engineering, and fellow operators
• Assure proper completion of end of shift duties including production reporting, required TPM, and 6S activities
• Know and follow all company safety rules and regulations

Education, Prior Work Experience, Specialized Skills, Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Strong fine motor skills with ability to handle fragile parts
• Use of precision handheld air grinder and measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good communication skills
• Excellent attendance & dependability a must
• Willingness to cross-train in other company job functions is expected

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting) 80% of the time
• Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as visual inspection involving small defects, small parts (using handheld magnifying loop or magnifying visor), and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes, viewing a computer terminal; and reading.
• Working in a manufacturing environment

Equipment Used:

• Handheld precision air grinder, diamond cut-off saw, free-standing belt sander and grinding wheel, magnifying visor and handheld magnifying loop, various diamond reamers, files and other finishing equipment, various sanding tools and equipment, precision measuring tools, computer keyboard and scanner.

Additional Information: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.

DAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, DAI will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. DAI uses E-Verify.

 EEO Employer / Veteran / Disabled

 *This job description is not a contract and may not include all duties as assigned.