Jobs at Valence Surface Technologies

Operate sandblasting equipment to prepare and finish parts, run and test media/specimens, perform basic preventative maintenance, coordinate production schedules with customer service, and address production issues to meet customer requirements.

The role involves selecting racking procedures, performing quality checks, completing paperwork, and maintaining a clean working area. Candidates must wear PPE and communicate effectively. Training is provided, and no prior experience is required.

The Planner role involves reviewing customer specifications, developing work instructions for manufacturing, analyzing engineering drawings, maintaining the MRP database, and scheduling workflows while providing technical support.

Support and maintain EHS programs across manufacturing sites: conduct inspections and audits, investigate incidents, manage training and PPE, track safety metrics, and assist with environmental compliance, reporting, and permit activities.

The Process Engineer will optimize processes, manage new customer orders, perform gap analysis, and enhance quality control practices.

The NDT Trainee will participate in a training program for NDT methods under supervision and will not make independent decisions or conduct tests.

The position involves processing orders, responding to customer inquiries via phone and email, preparing Customs paperwork, and tracking orders.

Prepare and secure parts on racks for processing, un-rack and inspect finished parts, complete required paperwork, follow PPE and safety procedures, maintain a clean work area, perform basic math, and communicate effectively.

Prepare and prioritize jobs for blasting operations, select media per specifications, complete required paperwork, follow PPE and safety procedures, maintain clean work area, properly dispose hazardous waste, and perform other assigned tasks. On-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.

Prepare and prioritize jobs for blasting operations, select media per specs, complete required paperwork, follow PPE and safety protocols, maintain clean work area, properly dispose hazardous waste, and perform other assigned shop duties.

Trainee in a documented NDT training program performing nondestructive testing under direct observation of Level 2/3. Will not make acceptance decisions or conduct independent tests. Participate in multi-shift schedules, gain method-specific experience, and follow safety and company procedures.

Process and mask parts per work orders, drawings, and specifications. Inspect incoming parts, complete required paperwork, follow supervisor instructions, and handle hazardous materials safely. Use PPE as required; basic blueprint reading preferred. On-the-job training provided.

Process and mask parts per work order and drawings, inspect incoming parts for damage, complete required paperwork, follow supervisor instructions, and handle hazardous materials safely per regulations.

Manage site-level HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll processing, personnel file maintenance, HRIS recordkeeping, and compliance with federal and state employment regulations. Support employee relations and performance evaluation programs.

Process accurate multi-state payrolls (regular and off-cycle), audit payroll setup and withholdings, resolve pay issues, support tax filings and year-end reporting, maintain records, train HR site staff, and partner with HR/Finance/vendors to ensure compliance and payroll accuracy.

Support HR by rewriting and creating job descriptions, building onboarding and training plans, coordinating recruiting and new-hire activities, maintaining HR data and reports, assisting with compliance and administrative tasks, and participating in cross-functional HR projects.

Manage high-volume, full-cycle regional recruiting for manufacturing roles: sourcing, screening, interview coordination, hiring events, ATS documentation, reporting recruiting metrics, ensuring compliant hiring, and building local talent pipelines. Partner with site leadership and HR to support onboarding, background checks, and day-one readiness.

Coordinate cross-functional teams to integrate new aerospace programs from contract award through production readiness. Plan milestones, assess risks, set up part numbers/routings/work instructions, ensure AS9100/NADCAP and customer compliance, track KPIs (on-time delivery, yield, cost), support customer communications, and assist capacity planning across Seattle and Everett facilities.

Perform racking for production: prioritize jobs, select racking procedure, wire/clip or hoist items, remove parts after processing, complete paperwork, follow PPE and safety rules, maintain clean workspace, and dispose hazardous waste correctly.

Operate shot peening and finishing machinery for aerospace parts, monitor production, perform media testing, inspect parts, maintain equipment, support continuous improvement, and follow safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.