Production Operator

Overview

Ready to get hands-on and make an impact? You’ll be part of a hardworking team that brings precision, quality, and teamwork together every day. From operating industrial sewing machines to assembling and inspecting finished products, this role keeps you moving, learning, and contributing to a mission-driven operation. If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in doing things right, and thrive in an active production environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

The Production Operator will perform various assigned work tasks in connection with industrial sewing machines and other peripheral equipment utilized for the production of ammunition. The SMO will be required to operate sewing machines, power trucks and hand tools. The SMO will manufacture items in accordance with the latest drawing and specifications based on customer requirements.

• The SMO may operate automatic sewing machines for fabrication of textiles, while utilizing knowledge of threading machines, winding bobbins, adjusting tensions, cutting and oiling parts.
• Perform various work tasks which involve receiving, unpacking, inspecting, assembling, breakdown, reworking, packing, and palletizing component parts and finished ammunition.
• Inspect for accuracy to ensure there are no damages or discrepancies with final product.
• The SMO may be required, but not limited to, assemble/disassemble machines to determine defects, repairs, replacement and cleaning of parts, as needed.
• May operate hand or power trucks and tools, while performing tasks to stow, stack or prepare for shipment.
• Perform all other duties related as assigned or requested.
• Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift.

• Good manual dexterity and general good physical condition.
• Ability to work with small parts.
• Reading and math skills at an entry level.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 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 is capable of performing 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.

• HS Diploma/ GED preferred.
• Prior Sewing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of background screening process.
• Great attitude and team player!

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws,
the salary range for this role is $38,480 - $51,720. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

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!

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity, balancing, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 15 pounds, walking, repetitive motion, kneeling, crawling, pushing or pulling, manual dexterity, grasping, feeling, climbing, hearing, talking, and capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language and to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally and to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, or other equipment as required, and to regularly perform all job functions at the Company s office or worksite.
• Ability to endure environmental conditions (extreme heat or cold, wind, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.).

Ready to join our mission? We re eager to connect with you!

-Talent Acquisition Partner:
Fantasia Jacobs-Fuller