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Currently Available Positions:
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- Billing SpecialistCoating TechnicianSales EstimatorCustomer Service – Logistics SpecialistShot Peen OperatorLead Quality Control InspectorData SpecialistGeneral full-time hourly positions may also be available in our Metal Finishing department under the following titles:
- Chemical Processing Operator
- In-process Inspector
- Racker/ Unracker
- Anodizing Line Operator
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Lead Quality Control Inspector
Position Overview: The Lead Quality Control Inspector (Q.C.I. Lead) is an integral part of MIL’s Quality Department. The QCI Lead is a hands-on position responsible to prioritize and complete critical inspections and peripheral tasks to consistently meet turnaround and quality requirements. The QCI Lead must provide direction and continuous support to a team of inspectors and effectively coordinate day-to-day operations within the Quality Control department.
Primary Job Responsibilities:- Prioritize and schedule work within a fast-paced environment and effectively delegate responsibilities to uphold turnaround and quality requirements.
- Train, develop and provide guidance to QC Inspectors; provide timely, candid and constructive feedback and provide challenging opportunities that promote continuous improvement and enhance employee career growth.
- Take part in applicable on-going training sessions and continuous process improvement programs and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
- Perform contract/flow down review and ensure adherence to externally supplied documents including purchase orders, engineering drawings, specifications and customer supplied work instructions.
- Review, complete and/or ensure adherence to MIL’s internal documentation including work orders, processing techniques, inspection reports, frozen plans and MIL’s general procedures.
- Perform dimensional and visual inspections and accept/reject criteria on customer parts via receiving, in-process and final inspections.
- Operate precision measuring equipment including, but not limited to micrometers, calipers, bore and thread gages, fixtures, microscopes etc.
- Oversee department inventory control systems, housekeeping and organizational initiatives.
- Assist with identification and troubleshooting of equipment failures as well as general and preventative maintenance activities.
- Oversee companywide QC equipment calibrations, including associated record keeping, vendor relations and procurement activities.
- Coordinate and ensure effectiveness with department troubleshooting activities.
- Support QA with non-conformance reports, corrective and preventative action, root-cause analysis and other problem solving activities.
- Provide cross-functional support to QCI and QA personnel and contribute towards projects and peripheral assignments as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Must be able to take measurements on critical tolerances ( ie +/- .00005-.0002) while maintaining accuracy and throughput.
- Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to evaluate and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Understanding of quality assurance sampling plans including visual and dimensional examinations and other ancillary test methods.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive technical understanding of MIL’s processing capabilities and quality system as well as general procedures and applicable industry standard specifications.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships and resolve cross-functional issues with professionalism and diplomacy.
- Ability to lead, provide clear direction and uphold consistent measures of accountability.
- Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete tasks with consistency and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- PC literate with a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn MIL’s custom production software.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Must have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a lead, supervisory or managerial Quality Control Inspection position.
- Experience taking critical, tight tolerance measurements in aerospace/defense, avionics, medical or similar industries is preferred.
- Applicants must have a high school degree at a minimum. Applicants with a college degree or some college coursework are preferred.
- Having bi-lingual language skills in English/Spanish is a plus.
Compensation: $52-58K+ annual salary (dependent on qualifications), as well as annual bonuses and performance/salary reviews.
Reporting: The Q.C.I Lead oversees the responsibilities of 5+ QC Inspectors and reports directly to the Quality Director. The position regularly interfaces with production leads, customers, auditors, technical industry experts and with personnel across all levels of the organization.
Hours: Normal hours are typically 6am- 4pm. The QCI Lead must be flexible to adjust hours on short notice and be available to work Saturdays.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Sales Estimator
Position Overview: The Sales Estimator has the primary responsibility to efficiently and accurately generate quotations for MIL’s existing and prospective customer base. Estimator reports to the Sales Manager, works closely with MIL’s sales team and interfaces with personnel across all departments.
Primary Job Responsibilities:- Provide part and process specific quotations by utilizing a number of resources and criteria including historical data, industry standard specifications, engineering drawings, part characteristics and quantities in conjunction with customer and contract flow down requirements.
Compute job costs by analyzing time, labor, material and equipment requirements. - Ensure quotations satisfy engineering, process control and quality requirements & assist in troubleshooting/consulting on deviations.
- Perform approval and process validation of which ensures MIL possesses applicable approvals and capabilities necessary to carry out required services.
- Sequence and plan processes to be performed and determine an appropriate turnaround/delivery estimate.
- Assist in qualifying and costing non-stocked materials, such as custom paint or chemicals, required to process an order.
- Coordinate post-production cost analysis on key parts & programs to continuously improve effectiveness of historical data.
- Provide cross-functional support across inside sales and estimating as well as with various projects and non-routine responsibilities.
- Take part in applicable on-going training sessions and continuous process improvement programs and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
- Assist with sales and marketing initiatives including participation at industry trade shows as well as creating and maintaining sales literature and lead spreadsheets.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Develop and maintain a technically proficient understanding of MIL’s processing capabilities as well as our quality system, general procedures and applicable industry standard specifications.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete tasks with consistency and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- PC literate with a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Individual must have 3+ years of experience in an estimating, process planning or engineering position, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- College degree preferred, must have a high school diploma at a minimum.
- Hours: Approximately 7am-4pm. Must be flexible with hours worked. Some overtime will be required.
Compensation: $22-26+/HR, dependent on qualifications.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Account Manager
Position Overview: The Account Manager is primarily responsible for building and managing the relationships between MIL and a specifically assigned set of customers.
Primary Job Responsibilities:- Establish and maintain effective communication channels as the primary point of contact between the customer and MIL.
- Provide timely and informed customer support across a range of inquiries including order status, expediting, processing capabilities, turnaround and pricing.
- Take ownership of a customer’s needs from project inception to completion and ensure all necessary resources are utilized in anticipating and exceeding the customer’s expectations.
- Utilize a comprehensive understanding of MIL’s capabilities to assess & communicate customer needs and assist in selecting the best options suited for their project requirements.
- Provide collaborative and pro-active consulting and troubleshooting to gain resolve and solidify MIL’s reputation as an industry expert.
- Ensure a high level of internal accountability & consistency in adhering to customer specific quality, processing, communication and turnaround requirements.
- Support QA with non-conformance reports, corrective and preventative action, root-cause analysis and other problem solving activities.
- Utilize feedback, industry awareness and processing knowledge to achieve continuous improvement and growth opportunities.
- Assist in training and mentoring new hires and more junior level personnel.
- Provide on-going support across logistics, customer service, data planning and contract review functions.
- Contribute towards various non-routine responsibilities, projects and company initiatives.
- Take part in applicable on-going training sessions and continuous process improvement programs and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
- Participate in the Account Management “Knowledge Share” initiative to enhance collective comprehension and growth.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Must develop and maintain a comprehensive technical understanding of MIL’s processing capabilities and quality system as well as general procedures and applicable industry standard specifications.
- Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships.
- Ability to resolve cross-functional issues with professionalism and diplomacy.
- Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete tasks with consistency and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Must be PC literate with a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office applications and MIL’s custom production software.
- Maintain a heightened level of awareness regarding current affairs, trends and innovations within the industries and programs MIL and it’s customers serve.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Must have proven experience working in a role with a strong emphasis on quality, throughput, accountability and effective communication.
- College degree strongly preferred, must have a high school diploma and some relevant college course work completed at a minimum.
- Must maintain a professional appearance and uphold a positive company image.
Reports to: Account Managers report to the Customer Service Manager, regularly collaborate with the Account Management team and interface across all levels of the organization.
Hours: 7am – 5pm, must be flexible to work overtime and additional hours as needed.
Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000, dependent on qualifications. Opportunities for advancement. Please specify salary range when applying on Career Site.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Customer Service – Logistics Specialist
Position Overview: The Logistics Specialist is responsible to coordinate day-to-day customer service and logistics operations.
Primary Job Responsibilities:- Provide customer support at MIL’s service/will-call counter as well as by phone and email.
- Complete multiple steps throughout the order fulfillment cycle including receiving inspection, order entry, planning, contract review, product labeling and routing.
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to load/unload, move and store product.
- Pick, pack and ship product utilizing UPS World Ship and FedEx Insight.
- Assist in scheduling and preparing 3rd party freight pick-ups.
- Operate company vans and box trucks on an as-needed basis to carry-out local pick-ups and deliveries as well as transition runs between MIL’s facilities.
- Provide cross-functional support to department personnel in coordinating order status and throughput, expediting, and fulfilling on-demand customer requirements.
- Take part in applicable on-going training sessions and continuous process improvement programs and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
- Assist in identifying and implementing companywide logistics improvements.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete tasks with consistency and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- PC literate with a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office applications.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of MIL’s processing capabilities as well as MIL’s Quality System, general procedures and applicable industry standard specifications.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Experience in a manufacturing, customer service or shipping & receiving environment
- Must obtain and maintain internal forklift certification.
- Experience with UPS and/or FedEx shipping software a plus.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and clean background and driving record.
- Applicants must have a high school degree at a minimum. Applicants with a college degree or some college coursework are preferred.
- Having bi-lingual language skills in English/Spanish is a plus.
Reporting: As part of the Customer Service team, the Logistics Specialist reports to the Customer Service Manager and interfaces with Customer Service team members, MIL’s customer base and across all levels of production.
Hours: Normal hours are typically 7am- 5pm, with overtime eligibility. Candidates must be flexible to arrive by 630am and stay past 6pm on periodically scheduled days to assist with dept. start-up and shut-down procedures.
Compensation: $14-$17/hr.+ dependent on qualifications & with opportunity for advancement.
Candidates must be willing to work on a temp-to-hire basis. Candidates will be eligible for permanent employment pending the completion of a satisfactory 90 day performance review.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Data Specialist
Position Overview: Individuals in this position share a collaborative responsibility to accurately and efficiently enter and plan work orders as well as produce certification and shipping documentation for the work being performed at MIL.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Order Entry: First of two front-end data stages in which general information from the customer contract/PO is entered into MIL’s production software application.- Perform initial contract and flow down review and input order basics such as PO#, part number, reference codes, quantity etc.
- Generate work order cover page, create container label(s) and complete receiving checklist.
Planning: Second of two front-end data stages in which processing requirements are qualified and inputted.
- Through a heightened level of contract and flow down review, verify that information needed for order planning is available and accurate.
- Identify, input and sequence specifications, processes and customer specific requirements.
- Qualify order lead-time and due date against quoted and archived information, MIL standards and customer requirements.
- Ensure MIL possesses applicable approvals towards specification and revision levels being called out.
- Interface with customers and across all levels of personnel to troubleshoot and/or qualify information necessary in assembling a work order.
Final Documentation: Generate post-processing documentation of which includes certification and shipping documentation.
- Review work order package for the inclusion and accuracy of all necessary information.
- Generate final certification in which processes performed are verified against applicable customer, industry standard and internal requirements.
- Generate shipping ticket and/or bill of lading based on customer’s shipping needs.
Customer Service: Provide hands-on, cross-functional support across various Customer Service, Administrative and project-based responsibilities.
Continuous Improvement: Take part in applicable on-going training sessions and continuous process improvement programs and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
Requirements and Qualifications:- Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of MIL’s processing capabilities, general procedures and quality standards.
- Must be detail oriented with strong oral and written communication skills.
- Possess strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to complete work projects with speed and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- PC literate with a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Individual ideally has 2+ years of experience in a data entry, data analytics or contract review position, preferably in an aerospace, manufacturing or industrial setting.
- College degree preferred, must have a high school degree at a minimum.
- Hours: Approximately 7am-430pm. Some overtime work will be required.
Compensation: $18-$20 per hour, dependent on qualifications and with opportunity for advancement.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Shot Peen Operator
Position Overview: Individuals in this position are responsible for the accurate and efficient production of product requiring shot peen in accordance with specifications and controls as established by MIL.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Product Inspection: Both incoming and final inspections of customer owned material- Perform initial visual inspection for damage and general condition per specification.
- Perform post-process inspection for conformance to specification and part drawings, including simple dimensional inspections, visual inspections (unaided and magnified).
Masking: Both hard mask and temporary masking installation and removal.
- Verify, inspect, and install hard masking per part drawings and specifications.
- Install supplemental temporary masking as needed per drawings and specifications.
- Remove hard masking post-process, identify issues/repairs required.
- Remove supplemental masking post-process and clean affected areas per specification.
Machine Operation: Operate automated shot peen equipment per process instructions.
- Perform daily preventative maintenance.
- Accurately input data to controller per established procedure.
- Load, process, and unload product via established methods.
- Maintain machine operational records.
- Maintain production process records.
- Maintain area per established 6S standards.
Continuous Improvement: Take part in applicable on-going training sessions, continuous process improvement activities, and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
Requirements and Qualifications:- Ability to complete work projects with speed and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- Able to continuously demonstrate safe work practices.
- Experience using basic measurement tools (calipers, Go/No-go gauges) a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints a plus.
- Computer literacy a plus.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Individual ideally has 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or job shop environment, preferably in aerospace.
- High school diploma
- Read and Write English
- US Citizenship
- Able to pass basic vision and color blindness testing
- Hours: Approximately 7am-430pm. Some overtime work is available and may be required.
Compensation: $15-$20 per hour, dependent on qualifications and with opportunity for advancement.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Coating Technician
Position Overview: The Coating Technician is responsible for surface preparation and application of various coatings while maintaining production throughput as well as meeting customer and quality requirements.
Primary Job Responsibilities:- Operate and maintain processing equipment including, but not limited to HVLP spray guns, electrostatic powder guns, fixtures, hoists, measurement devices and vapor degreasing equipment.
- Apply coating uniformly to the film thickness required in accordance with specification and customer requirements.
- Assist in inventory control of coating materials, related supplies & equipment.
- Complete and/or ensure adherence to applicable documents & process controls including contract review and customer-specific flow-down requirements, work order instructions, process techniques, test data, inspection reports and general procedures.
- Perform incoming, in-process and final inspections as well as accept/reject criteria as applicable.
- Keep work area clean and organized, including the utilization of 5S and lean principles.
- Provide cross-functional support and perform additional duties as assigned or required to meet organizational goals and objectives.
- Engage in continuous-improvement objectives and seek opportunities to support personal and company growth.
Qualifications:
- Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete tasks with consistency and accuracy, often under pressure and/or short deadlines.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Must have knowledge of paint mixing techniques and ratios.
- Must have the ability to develop a thorough working knowledge of aerospace coating specifications, customer specific requirements as well as MIL’s quality system and general procedures.
- Must develop the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
- Must be able to endure physical demands of position including repetitive lifting up to 45lbs., standing for long periods of time, wearing required personal protective equipment while demonstrating safe work practices.
- Must be PC literate and able to effectively interface with MIL’s custom production software. Basic or greater understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel a plus.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Hours: Approximately 6am-3:30pm. Some overtime work is available and may be required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
- Ability to read and communicate effectively in English; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation: $14-$19 per hour dependent on qualifications, with opportunities for advancement.
As a permanent, full-time MIL employee, benefits include:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for up to 2 annual bonuses.
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.
Billing Specialist
Position Overview: The Billing Specialist has the primary responsibility to efficiently and accurately generate invoices for MIL customers, as well as following up with customers to rectify any open receivables.
Primary Job Responsibilities:- Review and revise invoice drafts to confirm and generate final pricing prior to submitting to the customer
- Ensure accurate and timely submissions of invoices
- Receive and sort incoming payments with attention to credibility (Checks, CC, and ACH)
- Collect and process credit documents for new customers
- Monitor customers on COD and update the list of customers on credit hold
- Research and rectify any invoice discrepancies
- Research short pays, debits and skipped invoices and communicate with customers as required
- Sanitize, scan, and rename production work orders and other critical documents as part of MIL’s document control and digital archiving workflows.
- Cross-train and provide backup to accounting and various administrative functions
- Operate a multi-line phone, screen, and direct incoming calls
- Take part in applicable on-going training sessions and continuous process improvement programs and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Individual must have a working knowledge of invoicing/receivables by means of an accounting degree or 3+ years of industrial billing experience.
- Strong organizational skills reflecting ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
- Must be a self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have solid working knowledge of Microsoft office products and billing software.
- Working knowledge of Bluestreak and Microsoft Dynamics GP are desired.
Reporting: Position reports to the Office Manager but will interact regularly with the Controller, CFO and other Department Heads.
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 5:30pm with some overtime work as required. Please indicate schedule availability upon applying.
Pay: $15-18/ hour depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits:
- Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for an annual bonus
- MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
- Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
- Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
- Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual
- Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies
