Classified Manufacturing Specialist

Kirkhill • Brea, CA

3d

About The Position

This classification covers employees who monitor equipment and production to increase production and make recommendations. The role assists staff with preparation and production, including training new MA1 personnel and explaining technical concepts. The position requires applying for and retaining a government secret clearance and program clearance.

The specialist assembles, aligns, and adjusts parts, components, or units to specifications and established manufacturing procedures, using hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing assembly line equipment. The role tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms, may repair or refit items that fail tests or tolerance levels, tracks daily labor, and maintains a clean and organized work environment.

Successful candidates must submit to 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 tape and weighing devices, including 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. citizen for the Defense Products department; U.S. citizen or U.S. Person status for commercial aerospace departments.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training on general and/or authorized LOTO, as applicable.
• Apply for and retain a government secret clearance and program clearance.
• Submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment and production to increase production and make recommendations.
• Assist staff with preparation and production, including training new MA1 personnel and explaining 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