Classified Manufacturing Specialist

Kirkhill Inc. • Brea, CA

3d

About The Position

This classification covers employees responsible for monitoring equipment and production to increase production and make recommendations. The role assists staff with preparation and production, including training new MA1 persons and explaining technical concepts.

The specialist assembles, aligns, adjusts, tests, and calibrates parts and units according to specifications and established manufacturing procedures. They maintain daily labor tracking and a clean, organized work environment. Successful candidates must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• Ability to read and follow English verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use measuring tapes and weighing devices such as scales.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to measure a metal or rubber part.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• May occasionally need to lift or push more than 50 pounds.
• U.S. citizenship for the Defense Products department; U.S. citizenship or U.S. Person status for commercial aerospace departments.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trained on general and/or authorized LOTO, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment and production to increase production and make recommendations.
• Assist staff with preparation and production.
• Train new MA1 persons and explain technical concepts.
• Assemble, align, and adjust parts, components, or units according to specifications and established manufacturing procedures.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing assembly-line equipment to assemble units.
• Test and calibrate parts and mechanisms to ensure components meet tolerances, product specifications, and quality standards.
• Repair or refit parts or units that fail tests or tolerance levels, as needed.
• Keep daily labor tracking.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED