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, has openings for Machinist A's and Machinist B's to join our Scranton, PA Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

A Machinist “A” works in the Machine Shop operating a variety of machines in order to handle repairs for all off production. A Machinist "B" handles all the tooling for the presses. 

• The parts made in the Machine Shop are not massed produced and these parts are each unique and different from each other. The Machinist daily runs any of the machines located in the machine shop. Frequently machines all type of materials. 
• The Machinist reads blueprints and written instructions as part of machining cycle. By determining the proper amount of raw product needed to produce the part and completing the task within a satisfactory time, assures that the work is performed in machine shop
• Works with and follows Work Instructions, PCR’s, Basic Rules of Manufacturing, General Dynamics OTS Environmental, ISO Documentation, Quality Policy and other work-related policies
• At all times demonstrates common safety practices associated with the manufacturing environment and the use of hand or industrial equipment. Follows the 5 S’s by routinely sorting, setting in order, shining up, standardizing and sustaining the work area.

• A machining degree from a college or technical school or any combination of education, training or related work experience that would, in the eyes of the supervisor
• Ability to operate machinery to machine parts on a daily basis
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions to make the parts needed for the facility
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are essential
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and off shift if necessary as this is a union environment

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.