Senior Production Technician

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT); Hampton (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Hampton, AR is seeking a Senior Production Technician to provide operational leadership and hands-on capability for complex production and test activities. You will set up and operate automatic or semi-automatic machines, monitor process metrics, and report malfunctions while adhering to safety procedures.

Essential functions include utilizing blueprints and SOPs to produce, ensuring quality, and maintaining production records.

Qualifications

• Education and experience aligned with technical trade or vocational training.
• Preferred associate degree supports broader technical competencies.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, follow SOPs and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment to manufacture, process, and assemble products.
• Uses specifications, diagrams and SOPs to produce products.
• Monitors output for quality and conformance to metrics.
• Maintains production activity records and reports inconsistencies or equipment issues.
• Follows safety guidelines for material handling and operation of machinery.
• Analyzes time, motion, methods to improve efficiency.
• Establishes standard production rate and maintains operations.
• Troubleshoots manufacturing equipment and layout issues.

Skills

Machine operation

Machine programming

Manufacturing

Numerical control

Quality inspection

Reading blueprints/diagrams

Safety policies and procedures

Record keeping

Standard operating procedures (SOP)

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Associate's Degree

Job description

Senior Production Technician

Job Details

Requisition ID: 2026-36839

Position Type: Full Time

Position Classification: On-Site

Job Function: Manufacturing

Job Locations: US-AR-Hampton

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, our employees are the heart of our company. We invite you to apply to join our team of employees who are dedicated to excellence that meet the needs of the warfighters and our customers around the world, day in and day out.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Technician to provide operational leadership and hands-on capability to support increasingly complex production and test activities. Sets up and operates automatic or semi-automatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation | Monitors 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 | Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and skills to perform a defined set of analytical scientific or operational processes
• Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise
• Works within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Works with a moderate degree of supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Sets up and operates production equipment to manufacture, process, and assemble various commercial products and substances.
• Uses product specifications, blueprints, diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOP) to produce products.
• Monitors output for quality and conformance to required metrics.
• Prepares and maintains required records of production activities and reports any inconsistencies or equipment issues.
• Follows established guidelines for safe material handling and protective gear.
• Studies and records time, motion, methods, and speed to improve efficiency.
• Establishes a standard production rate in performance of maintenance, production, clerical, and other worker operations.
• Troubleshoots issues related to manufacturing operations and industrial layout.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 2-5 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Associate's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Technical training preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical expertise. Ability to identify and seek needed information. Research skills. Problem-solving skills. Machine Operation. Machine Programming, Manufacturing. Numerical Control. Precision Measurement. Quality Inspection. Reading Blueprints/Diagrams. Safety Policies and Procedures. Record Keeping. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Physical Requirements

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.