Manufacturing Technician C - Day Shift

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Camden, AR is seeking a Manufacturing Technician C to join our growing facility. The role involves mixing and processing energetics for casting and assembling components into solid rocket systems, with safety and quality as priorities.

You will operate equipment, keep records, and support engineering and production teams on various programs, with a 4/10 schedule offering 10-hour days, four days a week, and pathways for growth at the site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 6 years relevant experience or 2 years post-secondary with 2+ years related experience.
• Ability to follow safety practices and work under supervision.
• Capable of mathematical calculations and data recording.
• Team-oriented with ability to meet critical deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-scale propellant mixing and material preparation.
• Record and maintain manufacturing data sheets.
• Clean and assemble equipment and maintain work area.
• Operate grinding equipment and verify weights.
• Support other production initiatives and schedules as assigned.

Skills

Safety practices

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Mathematical calculations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree (AS/AA) or higher

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician C

Job ID: 45815

Job Location: Camden, AR

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our growing facility in Camden, Arkansas.

The Manufacturing Technician will join an exceptional cross-functional team of engineers and technicians to fabricate components and assemble them into the most advanced solid rocket systems in the world. L3Harris is an industry leading supplier of missile components to the government for use in national defense. This is a developing support-level position for mixing and processing of energetics for casting.

The position will involve functions such as cleaning and assembling equipment, cleaning tools, parts, and work area and operate machinery. They will record and maintain records for manufactured products.

Essential Functions

• Full scale propellant mixing – Prepares materials and performs full-scale mixing for all production programs, confirming acceptable weights prior to releasing the materials to casting operations. The technician will also perform full-scale mixes for new programs/new formulations as they are introduced to the site. The technician is responsible for requisitioning and organizing the materials and processing required for the mix, as well as cleaning and maintaining full scale mix equipment. Technician will perform these duties under the general direction of engineer and the area supervisor, using established, well-defined methods and calculations.
• Mathematical – Perform mathematical calculations, such as, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, to create acceptable mixes for casting, and use process data to fill out manufacturing data sheets. These calculations are performed using well-defined methods.
• Grinding – The technician will assemble grinders and grind materials for full-scale propellant mixes and weigh material bins to correct weight for propellant mixing. Technician is responsible for disassembly, cleaning, and re-assembly of full-scale grinding equipment.
• Other duties as assigned - Such as but not limited to: AP prep for grinding, bowl plugging for mixing Prototype motor casting, development sample preparation, and support of new production initiatives and schedules.
• Working safely while producing a high quality product and maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Working under close supervision, receiving detailed instructions, the Manufacturing Technician performs routine and repetitive duties within the manufacturing operations area.
• Applying general manufacturing knowledge to basic problems to come up with logical answers.
• Willing and available to work other shifts or overtime as needed to meet production schedules.
• Ability to work from elevated platforms, ascend ladders, and transport 35 pounds repetitively.
• Medically cleared to wear a respirator and operate powered industrial vehicle (and obtain company issued license as appropriate).

Qualifications

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
• Following safety practices.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with the work team and those contacted in the course of work.
• Performing mathematical calculations accurately and quickly.
• Working with management, supervisor or lead personnel to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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