Sr CNC Machinist (Forge) - General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

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. 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.

The Red Lion Team is seeking a Sr CNC Machinist (Forge) on First (1st) shift.

GD-OTS offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental and vision, among a few other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you. 

Summary:

Installs, modifies, moves, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles machinery and equipment according to requisition documentation, layout plans, blueprints or other drawings | Prepares installation site by constructing foundations and aligns and fastens machinery to the foundation using hoists, dollies, rollers, trucks, tools, squares, rules and micrometers | Performs operational tests on newly installed, modified, repaired and moved machinery and equipment to ensure that it meets technical specifications | Fabricates metal parts for prototype equipment based on drawings | Programs PLCs (programmable logic controllers).

Essential Duties: 

• Assists with the installation, operation, testing, and adjustment of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Fabricates and modifies parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specification

Required Qualifications: 

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• 3-5 years prior experience in similar position

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate's Degree/ Technical Training preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience setting up and operating CNC Mills and/or Lathes.
• Strong understanding G&M Codes
• Strong knowledge of insert wear.
• Ability to change your own tooling (inserts)
• Ability to use machining measurement equipment (i.e. calipers, depth mics, etc.)
• Strong understanding of offset changes to ensure quality parts are made. 
• Ability to change own tool holders and touch off tools 
• Basic understanding of GD&T 
• Ability to hand edit program
• Mathematical skills.
• Technical expertise.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physical Stamina.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Leadership skills

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds. 
• May need to stand for long periods at a time
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities
• 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 require

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.