Linear Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense • Simsbury, CT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! Job Description The Machine Operator is an important member of the team that builds our products. This position produces high quality linear energetic product in accordance with specific engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions. Machine Operators are responsible for safety, quality and delivery of products for our Aerospace and Defense markets. This role will report to the Production Supervisor of Linear & Transfer Systems in our Simsbury, CT location on second shift.

Requirements

• Must pass aptitude test
• Excels in a dynamic, changeable work environment; Energetic and positive; Ability to work independently
• High School diploma
• Minimum of 1 year of applicable work experience
• Ability to read and understand written instructions in English
• Contribute towards continuous improvement initiatives
• Must be able to pass company administered competency test
• Demonstrate capability to use basic measuring tools (caliper, micrometer, etc.)
• The physical activities of this position include work lifting up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis, walking, standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling, talking and hearing.
• The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nice To Haves

• Background using 5S/Lean Manufacturing principles (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication of linear energetic product as defined in Manufacturing Instructions using both machinery and tools
• Operate machines that load, swage, draw and form linear energetic product
• Operate machines that extrude and braid protective layers over linear energetic product
• Clean, measure, cut, sample, spool, coil and pack product
• Maintain quality and accuracy requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees