Lead Machinist - 1st Shift (On-Site)

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AL); Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems seeks a Machinist Lead (1st Shift) in Anniston, AL. The role focuses on metal part machining, setup, tool programming, and maintaining precision standards on state-of-the-art equipment.

Applicants should have a vocational/technical degree with 5–7 years of experience or an equivalent combination, plus leadership and strong GD&T knowledge. This is an on-site position with potential for varied shifts and a safety-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Required education: Vocational/Technical Training Degree with 5–7 years' experience or equivalent combination.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in a technical field.
• Leadership, attention to detail, GD&T and precision measuring skills are valuable.

Responsibilities

• Assembles, repairs, and fabricates parts or components for tools or machines using mechanical equipment.
• Reads blueprints and design sketches to determine specifications, dimensions and tolerances.
• Selects and operates tools to cut, shape, or finish metal, plastic, or composite material.
• Sets up, services, and maintains equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Uses precision instruments to check machined parts and quality.

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems seeks a Machinist Lead (1st Shift) in Anniston, AL. The role focuses on metal part machining, setup, tool programming, and maintaining precision standards on state-of-the-art equipment.

Applicants should have a vocational/technical degree with 5–7 years of experience or an equivalent combination, plus leadership and strong GD&T knowledge. This is an on-site position with potential for varied shifts and a safety-sensitive environment.