Machinist I

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AL); Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Machinist I to join their Anniston team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, modifying, and troubleshooting machinery, ensuring precision in every task. You will work with a variety of machine tools to fabricate parts and ensure they meet technical specifications. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment, where your contributions directly impact the mission of supporting the U.S. Department of Defense. If you have a passion for skilled trades and a desire to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Low-cost benefits

First-day benefits

Qualifications

• Attending a Vocational/Technical School or equivalent experience.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot machinery.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, and repairs machinery and equipment.
• Machines parts to specifications using various tools.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Technical expertise

Manual dexterity

Physical Stamina

Leadership skills

Education

Vocational/Technical School

Associate's Degree/Technical Training

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

Job description

Machinist I

Job Locations

US-AL-Anniston

Requisition ID

2025-34179

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Skilled Trades

Overview

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 Anniston Team is seeking a Machinist I.

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:

Installs, modifies, moves, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles machinery and equipment according to requisition documentation, layout plans, blueprints or other drawings | Prepares installation site by constructing foundations and aligns and fastens machinery to the foundation using hoists, dollies, rollers, trucks, tools, squares, rules and micrometers | Performs operational tests on newly installed, modified, repaired and moved machinery and equipment to ensure that it meets technical specifications | Fabricates metal parts for prototype equipment based on drawings | Programs PLCs (programmable logic controllers).

Major Position Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

Assists with the installation, operation, testing, and adjustment of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Fabricates and modifies parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Basic Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Attending a Vocational/Technical School or internal training program
• Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience or Skillset

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree/Technical Training

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Mathematical skills.
• Technical expertise.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physical Stamina.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Leadership skills.

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.