1st Shift Manufacturing Technician — Motors & Electric Assemblies

Leonardo DRS; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 45,112 - 64,511; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for 1st shift in Fitchburg, MA. You will assemble motors, electric machines, and internal components, perform tests, and ensure high quality under a 9/80 schedule (hours: 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM).

Responsibilities include mechanical assembly, following drawings and specs, rework, testing, and collaborating with teams to meet production deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills.
• Ability to pass DOT physical exam required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly, disassembly, and rework of various products and mechanical assemblies.
• Interpret and work from standard assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications, and running sheets, often of intermediate to significant complexity.
• Follow established procedures for reworking components to meet quality control specifications.
• Conduct testing, inspection, and repair of mechanical assemblies.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and provide guidance to other technicians when needed.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and contribute to various manufacturing processes.
• Adhere to written documents, including SOPs, safety guidelines, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Interface with other departments to ensure efficient flow of materials and information.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on skills

DOT physical exam

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for 1st shift in Fitchburg, MA. You will assemble motors, electric machines, and internal components, perform tests, and ensure high quality under a 9/80 schedule (hours: 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM).

Responsibilities include mechanical assembly, following drawings and specs, rework, testing, and collaborating with teams to meet production deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.