Assembler 1- 2nd Shift- $1,000 sign on bonus

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Dallastown is seeking an Assembler responsible for preparing products for customer release while ensuring quality at low cost. The role involves working from instructions, operating various tools, and maintaining a neat work area.

Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One-year related experience in assembly or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products for final release to the customer.
• Perform various assembly tasks from instructions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information

Basic computer skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rivet guns

Drills

Saws

Job description

General Job Summary

The Assembler is responsible for preparing products for the final release to the customer and achieving quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.

Essential Job Functions

• Works from verbal and written instructions, including assembly or sub‑assembly prints.
• Receives parts, sub‑assemblies, and partially completed units.
• As applicable, measures, cuts, fits, adjusts, drills, rivets, and bolts.
• Use appropriate tools and fixtures to assist with the installation or complete the installation of parts, sub‑assemblies, and modifications.
• Grinds excess materials as required.
• Uses various tools, including rivet guns, drills, sanders, grinders, routers, and other tooling and equipment as needed.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
• Reads tape measures, decimal‑to‑fraction conversions, and reads blueprints.
• Skilled in tool drilling operations.
• Knowledge of all applicable manufacturing and quality documentation required to perform the job tasks.
• Ability to train and learn from co‑workers in job skill transfer.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to accurately read tape measure; convert between fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to read routings.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One‑year related experience.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Shop Floor environment / shared workbench or workstation.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate constant noise (machine motors – large fans).
• Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time‑Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity & affirmative action employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Veterans, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

EEO Is The Law

The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Disability Accessibility Accommodation

If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to [e-mail] or call 858‑964‑2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.

Pay Transparency

The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Job Applicant Privacy Notice

For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.