Manufacturing Technician

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

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Location: Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420

Job ID: 114634

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

We're growing! We're looking for skilled and motivated Manufacturing Technicians to join our 1st shift team. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in assembling motors, electric machines, and a variety of internal components, including piping, alignments, wiring, and conducting essential tests to ensure highest level of quality. 9/80 Work Schedule; Hours: 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM.

Job 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.
• Meet production deadlines and uphold high-quality standards.
• Availability to work overtime when required.

Qualifications

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

The salary range for this position is $45,112-$64,511. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.