Machinist II (Weekend Shift)

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations. We are about supporting the mission of the warfighter. Our products can be found with every U.S. Military branch with allies around the world. We are looking for motivated and creative individuals who want to help shape and support this organization.

 

The Red Lion Team is seeking a Machinist II on Weekend shift.

 

GD-OTS offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental and vision, among a few other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you. 

 

Summary:

Installs, modifies, moves, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles machinery and equipment according to requisition documentation, layout plans, blueprints or other drawings. Prepares installation site by constructing foundations and aligns and fastens machinery to the foundation using hoists, dollies, rollers, trucks, tools, squares, rules and micrometers. Performs operational tests on newly installed, modified, repaired and moved machinery and equipment to ensure that it meets technical specifications. Fabricates metal parts for prototype equipment based on drawings. Programs PLCs (programmable logic controllers). 

Major Position Responsibilities

Position: Machinist II

Schedule: Friday-Sunday 6am-6pm

• Assists with the installation, operation, testing, and adjustment of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Fabricates and modifies parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Basic Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 2-4 years experience
• OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Mathematical skills
• Technical expertise
• Manual dexterity
• Physical Stamina
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate's Degree
• Technical Training Preferred 

Physical Demands: 

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
• May need to stand for long periods of time

• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery

• This position is Safety Sensitive

• May be requested to work a different shift

• Travel Requirements No or very little travel likely

• Other job-specific working conditions: Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required

 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.