Senior Production Technician: Precision Manufacturing Lead

General Dynamics Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Camden, AR is seeking a Senior Production Technician to set up and operate production equipment, following SOPs and blueprints to manufacture and assemble products. You will monitor quality and maintain production records while reporting inconsistencies or equipment issues.

The role requires troubleshooting for manufacturing operations, adherence to safety policies, and the ability to work with time/motion studies to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree with 2-5 years' experience, or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints/diagrams and interpret specifications.
• Experience in manufacturing and adherence to SOPs and safety policies.
• Strong problem-solving and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment to manufacture, process, and assemble products.
• Uses specifications, blueprints, diagrams, and SOPs to produce products.
• Monitors output for quality and metrics.
• Prepares and maintains production records and reports inconsistencies or issues.
• Follows guidelines for safe material handling and PPE.
• Studies time, motion, methods, and speed to improve efficiency.
• Establishes a standard production rate in maintenance and operations.
• Troubleshoots issues related to manufacturing operations and layout.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

SOP adherence

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Numerical control

Machine programming

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Camden, AR is seeking a Senior Production Technician to set up and operate production equipment, following SOPs and blueprints to manufacture and assemble products. You will monitor quality and maintain production records while reporting inconsistencies or equipment issues.

The role requires troubleshooting for manufacturing operations, adherence to safety policies, and the ability to work with time/motion studies to improve efficiency.