Manufacturing Technician 2/3 - A Shift

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Manufacturing Technician in a leading aerospace company, where you'll engage in hands-on manufacturing of composite rocket cases. This role involves operating industrial equipment, ensuring quality control, and adhering to stringent safety protocols. You will play a crucial part in enhancing team performance and contributing to the success of innovative propulsion systems. With opportunities for overtime and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to grow your skills in a cutting-edge industry. If you're ready to take on a physically demanding role and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in composite or mechanical work is essential.
• Must safely handle hazardous materials and operate industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on tasks in manufacturing composite rocket cases.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

Composite Material Handling

Mechanical Work Experience

Industrial Equipment Operation

Blueprint Reading

Mathematical Functions

Hazardous Waste Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or Technical Certificate

Tools

Bridge Cranes

Forklifts

Precision Measuring Instruments

Hand Tools

Job description

Requisition ID: R10178109

• Category: Manufacturing and Production

• Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America | Clearfield, Utah, United States of America

• Clearance Type: None

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is currently seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our Case Value Stream Operations team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our Clearfield Freeport Center with the anticipation that the position will be transferred to our Copper Crossing Value Stream location in Salt Lake City once we have opened that facility in late 2024-early 2025.

Role description & Responsibilities:

A Manufacturing Technician performs hands-on activities/tasks associated with manufacturing of composite rocket cases. Tasks include Tooling Assembly/Disassembly, Case Surface Preparation, winding composite equipment operation, maintaining cleanliness of the work area and facilities, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Candidates must participate as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost, and schedule of their team.

This is a weekday, day shift position. Overtime is worked as necessary.

Requirements:

1. Must be willing to perform shift work and overtime, as required, including weekends and holidays.
2. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
3. Required to perform safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.
4. Ability to understand and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties.
5. Safe handling of equipment and materials in a manufacturing environment.
6. Operating industrial equipment such as bridge cranes, forklifts, precision measuring instruments, and hand tools.
7. Ability to read blueprints.
8. Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from your knees; ascend and descend ladders; lift, bend, twist, push and pull up to 50 lbs.) while wearing protective equipment.
2. Able to read, comprehend and follow established written instructions without deviation.
3. Perform basic math and measurement functions.

Basic Qualifications:

This position can be filled at either a level 2 or level 3.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. 2 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience.
3. Ability to weigh material for mixing process.
4. Ability to work with resins and carbon fiber.
5. Ability to work with chemical cleaning process such as an industrial degreaser.
6. Ability to work with aluminum oxide cloth.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. 4 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience.
3. Ability to start and end helicals and hoops in carbon winding process, following planning requirements.
4. Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure winding is completed according to established planning and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material.

Position Benefits:

1. Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
2. 401k.
3. Educational Assistance.
4. Life Insurance.
5. Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions.
6. Paid Time Off.
7. Health & Wellness Resources.
8. Employee Discounts.

Salary Range: $43,100 - $71,900

Salary Range 2: $51,200 - $85,400

The above salary range represents a general guideline. Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.