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 Production Sr Operator on First (1st) 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:

Sets up and operates automatic or semi-automatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation | Monitors meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications | Reports any malfunctions or abnormalities and makes minor adjustments and repairs to equipment | Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures

Position: Production Sr Operator 

Shift: 1st

Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:30am-3:50pm; off on Fridays

Essential Duties:

• Operates, tests, and monitors assigned equipment according to established guidelines for an organization.
• Observes and conducts operation of equipment and documents maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoots control panels, error lights, and messages to ensure proper equipment function.
• May communicate with equipment technicians relating to highly complex issues.
• Verifies equipment data for reporting.
• Supports and assists with the installation of operating equipment.
• Controls and adjusts machine settings to complete more complex tasks.
• May assist with training other machine operators.
• May calculate and assist with numeric controlled programming.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED 
• 3-5 years' experience 
• OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Experience setting up and operating CNC Mills and/or Lathes.
• Strong understanding G&M Codes
• Strong knowledge of insert wear.
• Ability to change your own tooling (inserts)
• Ability to use machining measurement equipment (i.e. calipers, depth mics, etc.)
• Strong understanding of offset changes to ensure quality parts are made. 
• Ability to change own tool holders and touch off tools 
• Basic understanding of GD&T 
• Ability to hand edit program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to gather and document information. 
• Strong mechanical and safety knowledge.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds. 
• May need to stand for long periods at a time
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery

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.