Production Operator

Day and Zimmermann • Union, NJ

19h • $20

About The Position

At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.com This position pays $20.13 per hour! We’re looking for a full-time, Production Operator to join our Day & Zimmermann team located in Texarkana , Texas. As the Production Operator, here’s the work you’ll do: Performing various work tasks involved in the receiving, unpacking, inspecting, assembling, breakdown, reworking, packing out and palletizing of component parts and finished ammunition. After having successfully passed the required training, operates a forklift or tow motor as assigned. Performs cleanup of work areas. Performs operations in accordance with written standard operating procedures and wears the required personal protective safety equipment. Manufactures items in accordance with latest drawings and specifications. This role is for you if you have these skills: Good manual dexterity and general good physical condition. Ability to work with small parts. Reading skills at a level normally acquired through high school education. Must be able to lift 35 - 60 pounds. When an employee is working on a job, he or she may be assigned to perform those duties of another classification which he or she can perform except that the time spent in such activity will not exceed fifty percent (50%) of any workweek. At no time shall an employee be assigned duties which he or she has neither the knowledge nor the skill to accomplish or which would compromise his or her personal safety or the safety of others.

Requirements

• Good manual dexterity and general good physical condition.
• Ability to work with small parts.
• Reading skills at a level normally acquired through high school education.
• Must be able to lift 35 - 60 pounds.
• High School or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Assembly Line Work Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing various work tasks involved in the receiving, unpacking, inspecting, assembling, breakdown, reworking, packing out and palletizing of component parts and finished ammunition.
• After having successfully passed the required training, operates a forklift or tow motor as assigned.
• Performs cleanup of work areas.
• Performs operations in accordance with written standard operating procedures and wears the required personal protective safety equipment.
• Manufactures items in accordance with latest drawings and specifications.

Benefits

• Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees