Production Tech Team Lead (Conversion Artillery)

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Hampton, AR

About The Position

Sets up and operates automatic or semi-automatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production or processing operation. Monitors production controls and measurements to ensure compliance with specifications, reports malfunctions or abnormalities, makes minor equipment adjustments and repairs, and performs work according to established safety procedures. This role requires specialized technical expertise and facilitates the work activities of others. The employee may act as a team lead by providing subject-matter guidance and training, but is not a supervisor. The role works autonomously within established procedures, may propose process improvements, and performs manual tasks according to established procedures.

Requirements

Vocational/technical training degree and 7–8 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Technical expertise and ability to identify and seek needed information.
Research and problem-solving skills.
Machine operation and machine programming knowledge.
Knowledge of manufacturing and numerical control.
Precision measurement and quality inspection skills.
Ability to read blueprints and diagrams.
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
Record-keeping skills and familiarity with standard operating procedures.
Ability to move regularly throughout company facilities and lift up to 45 pounds.
May need to stand for long periods.
May work indoors and outdoors, with exposure to changing climate, and/or operate machinery.
Willingness to work a different shift and outside normal business hours as required.
Safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
Technical training.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate production equipment to manufacture, process, and assemble products and substances.
Use product specifications, blueprints, diagrams, and standard operating procedures to produce products.
Monitor production output for quality and conformance to required metrics and specifications.
Monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls.
Report malfunctions, abnormalities, inconsistencies, and equipment issues; make minor adjustments and repairs.
Prepare and maintain records of production activities.
Follow established safety procedures, material-handling guidelines, and protective-gear requirements.
Study and record time, motion, methods, and speed to improve efficiency.
Establish standard production rates for maintenance, production, clerical, and other worker operations.
Troubleshoot issues related to manufacturing operations and industrial layout.
Facilitate the work activities of others and provide subject-matter guidance to team members.
Lead employee training when assigned.
Propose improvements to processes and methods as needed.