Production Technician I (MACS)

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 meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls to ensure adherence to production and process specifications. Reports malfunctions or abnormalities and makes minor equipment adjustments and repairs. Performs all work according to established safety procedures. This role performs routine production tasks under close supervision and develops basic operational and analytical skills. The technician sets up and operates production equipment to manufacture, process, and assemble products; uses specifications, blueprints, diagrams, and standard operating procedures; monitors output for quality and conformance; and prepares production records. The role also involves following safe-material-handling guidelines, recording work methods and timing to support efficiency, establishing standard production rates for work operations, and troubleshooting manufacturing and industrial-layout issues.

Requirements

Attending a vocational or technical school or internal training program, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, or skills.
No prior experience is needed.
Technical expertise and the ability to identify and seek needed information.
Research and problem-solving skills.
Machine operation and machine programming.
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, and standard operating procedures.
Regular movement throughout company facilities; ability to lift up to 45 pounds and stand for long periods.
Ability to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
May be requested to work a different shift and must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
Safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical training.
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.
Prepare and maintain production records and report inconsistencies, malfunctions, abnormalities, or equipment issues.
Follow established safety procedures and guidelines for material handling and protective gear.
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.
Make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment.
Monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls.