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Production Assembler II Job Locations US-WA-Moses Lake Requisition ID 2024-32844 Position Type Full Time Position Classification On-Site Job Function Manufacturing Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an Production Assembler II (1st shift) to join our Moses Lake, WA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission. GD-OTS in Moses Lake offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period. Summary: The Production Assembler II role assembles mechanical units, fabricated parts/components and/or electrical/electronic systems to make subassemblies, assemblies or complete units using hand tools, power tools, jigs, fixtures and miscellaneous equipment. This position also fits, aligns, calibrates and adjusts parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product operating requirements and repairs units or products that have failed to meet requirements. Major Position Responsibilities Operates and maintains stations to assemble, align, and adjust fabricated parts, components, or units according to specifications and follows established manufacturing procedures Uses hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing assembly line equipment to assemble units Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to ensure all components meet tolerances, product specifications, and quality standards May repair or refit parts or units that fail tests or tolerance levels Keeps daily assembly production records Maintains a clean and organized work environment Basic Qualifications Required Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED 2-4 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Vocational/Technical Training Degree Experience using computers (MS Office Software) to locate and enter processing data Able to stand for long periods of time Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Understands the hazardous characteristics and compatibility of propellants and other chemicals used in cartridge assembly; handling pyrotechnic/chemical materials and the required safety requirements Demonstrates a working knowledge of work instructions (WI) and standard operating documents associated with equipment and tooling Complies with all safety regulations and reports or corrects hazards Understands and complies with all quality requirements and meets satisfactory production standards and inspection requirements Follows verbal and written work directions as assigned by Supervisor and/or Lead personnel Performs propellant and assembly operations in accordance with written instructions Ability to work with various hand tools, fixtures, tooling and equipment Wears and cares for personal protective equipment (PPE) required to perform assigned tasks Uses precision measuring equipment to obtain process data (micrometers, scales, calipers, etc.) Other Requirements: Ability to obtain completion/achievement of torque certification Able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery Regular movement througho