Production Operator I (Solid Rocket Motor)

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems; Hampton (VA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Production Operators to join their high-performance team. This role involves setting up and operating automatic machines, monitoring production processes, and ensuring safety compliance. The company is committed to supporting the mission of the warfighter, providing essential products to the U.S. military and allies. They offer a robust total rewards package, including healthcare, wellness, and a hybrid work option. If you are passionate about contributing to a meaningful cause and advancing your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Retirement plans

Career development opportunities

Work/life balance benefits

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong mechanical and safety knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic or semi-automatic machines in production.
• Monitor equipment for malfunctions and make minor adjustments.
• Document maintenance needs and communicate with technicians.

Skills

Written communication skills

Ability to gather and document information

Mechanical knowledge

Safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Job description

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider to the US Department of Defense and allied nations, is seeking an experienced Production Operators to join our team.

We are committed tosupporting the mission ofthe warfighter.Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with our allies around the world. Given the nature of our work and our organization’s ethos, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency.

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include a hybrid work option, career development and recognition programs.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

This individual will be required to set up and operate automatic or semi-automatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation. Monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications. Reports any malfunctions or abnormalities and makes minor adjustments and repairs to equipment. Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedure.

Major Position Responsibilities

• Operates, tests, and monitors assigned equipment according to established guidelines for an organization.
• Observes and conducts operation of equipment and documents maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoots control panels, error lights, and messages to ensure proper equipment function.
• May communicate with equipment technicians relating to highly complex issues.
• Verifies equipment data for reporting. Supports and assists with the installation of operating equipment.

Basic Qualifications

• Required Education:High School Diploma/GED and 0-3 years’ experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevent Education & Experience
• Preferred Education: Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Written communication skills. Ability to gather and document information. Ability to lift/move heavy objects. Mechanical knowledge. Safety knowledge.