Production Operator

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Crawfordville (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Crawfordville, FL is hiring a Production Operator to load, unload, and transport materials along the production line. This labour-intensive role operates in a non-climate-controlled environment with a rotating day/night 12-hour shift and overtime as needed.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, with potential progression to over $25.00 per hour within the first year as experience grows and responsibilities increase.

Qualifications

• Must have the physical dexterity to operate equipment and instrumentation.
• Able to communicate, read and write; reliable transportation required.
• Must be able to pass task certifications.
• Must have a strong desire to work and dependable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Transport samples, raw materials, and supplies.
• Transport product using hand dolly and powder van (truck).
• Maintain operating log, prepare labels, and record information accurately.
• Operate pneumatic and other required tools; operate hoisting equipment.
• Participate in Hazmat/Fire Brigade.
• Drive tractor-trailer rig to move NC trailers; other tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts and rotate from day to night every 14 days.
• Weekend work/overtime is required.

Skills

Manual labor

Physical dexterity

Reading & writing

Reliable transportation

Team orientation

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Productor Operator uses equipment to load, unload, and transport materials assisting with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line.

This position is labor intensive, with a strong element of manual labor and a steady work pace required to support the smooth and continuous flow of production. Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled environment, with both internal and external activities.

The current schedule is 12-hour shifts, with a rotating shift change from day to night shift every 2 weeks. One week has 3 scheduled days followed by the second week with 4 scheduled days. Overtime is scheduled as required.

Starting pay at $21.00/hr. and progressing to over $25.00/hr. in the first year.

• Requisition ID: 2026-36618
• Position Type: Full Time
• Position Classification: On-Site
• Job Function: Union
• Job Locations: US-FL-Crawfordville

Responsibilities

Must gain thorough knowledge of all operating and safety procedures. Tasks that may be required, but not limited to:

• Transport samples, raw materials, and supplies
• Transport product by using a hand dolly and powder van (truck)
• Maintain operating log, prepare labels as required, and accurately record information
• Operate pneumatic and other required tools
• Operate hoisting equipment
• Participate in Hazmat/Fire Brigade
• Drive tractor-trailer rig to move NC trailers, and other tasks as assigned
• Bending, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching above shoulder level
• Repetitive pushing & trucking of up to 210 pounds and lifting of up to 55 pounds
• Finger, hand, and other physical dexterity required
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts and rotate from day shift to night shift every 14 days
• Must be able to perform all job requirements in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Weekend work/overtime is required

Qualifications

• Must have a GED/High School Diploma or able to achieve passing scores on the Work Keys Skills Test administered by CareerSource Capital Region
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check required
• BATFE clearance required
• Must have a valid State Driver License
• Must be dependable; have an acceptable work record including attendance
• Must have the physical dexterity to operate equipment & instrumentation
• Must have ability to communicate, read & write
• Must have the ability to learn/understand oral & written instruction
• Must be able to pass task certifications
• Must have a strong desire to work & have reliable transportation