Assembler #1, First Shift

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, is seeking Assemblers to join our Saco Operations team. We are about supporting the mission of the warfighter. Our products can be found with every U.S. Military branch with allies around the world. We are looking for motivated and creative individuals who want to help shape and support this organization.

Pay is $27.15 per hour***.

Major Position Responsibilities

Assemble components into sub-assemblies and perform final assembly of Aircraft and Crew-served weapons. Perform minor changeovers. Maintain, sets-up and operate a variety of equipment such as arbor and hydraulic straightening presses, paint spray booths, parts washers, etc. Degrease, clean, and oil weapon components using various types of chemical cleaners, oils, hot water, etc. Follow established company directives and policies, military specifications, process sheet operations, and instructions. Disassemble and reassemble test fired weapons and components of all crew-served weapons. Ensure appropriate interchange of sub-assembly components through a constant awareness of required tolerance and fit of mating parts. Assist Assembler Specialist(s) or other Assembler #1(s), in training and upgrading skills of employees in the Assembly Department. Perform rework and final qualifying operations on sub-assemblies and assemblies to comply with stringent internal and government final inspection requirements. Use precision functional gages, alignment and work holding fixtures, pneumatic tools, drill presses, riveters, etc. Perform fitting and rework tasks such as grinding, filling, drilling, etc. Blend mismatched and irregular surfaces to final gaging tolerances, Perform other fitting and rework tasks. Use hand tools such as pneumatic and hand type abrasive tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, mallets, etc. Pay close attention to the class of fit created by processes such as riveting or heat treating that cause warping, shrinkage, etc., as these are problems that effect shrinkage, etc. Maintain and record weapons data, inventory, and serial number identification. Must be constantly aware of security requirements associated with all weapons and adhere to those requirements. Physical requirements involve the heavy lifting, washing, and degreasing of weapons. Must have physical ability to lift, move, adjust, etc. items weighing approximately 35 lbs. on a production basis. Practice safety and good housekeeping policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or G.E.D. required. Employee must have basic computer skills and may be required to enter and verify information into written forms or database(s) as appropriate. Average 18 months. Includes over 1 year through 2 years.