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Toolmaker Location:

Scranton, PA, United States Category:

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Mid-Career Requisition ID:

17432656

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Scope:

General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles. Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC Horizontal Machining and Vertical Centers Set up and operate CNC Horizontal and Vertical Lathes Set up and operate CNC Mill Turn machining centers Effectively operate the above equipment to manufacture Prototype products without finished detailed drawings but with the assistance of a Manufacturing Engineer. Prove out new CNC programs on CNC equipment to Identify errors in Programs, Setups, Feeds and Speeds. Build Tooling, Load, Unload Tool Magazines Set up and mount Work Holding Fixtures Ability to read and interpret detail drawings Check position of Fixtures with Indicator Pick up location of part for program Zero Measure Tooling with a Pre-Setters Trouble shoot issues with machining processes Ability to train inexperienced machine operators Effective use of all Machine Shop Measuring Tools Operate conventional Bridgeport Milling Machines Operate conventional Lathes Operate Surface Grinders to tight tolerances Manufacture Work Holding Devices. Manufacture custom Gages Manufacture or repair machine components for maintenance Performs other duties as assigned. Background Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. 3-5 Years experience in CNC operations Must be a U.S.

Person Work Environment:

This job is performed in an office and heavy manufacturing environment. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Scope:

General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles. Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC Horizontal Machining and Vertical Centers Set up and operate CNC Horizontal and Vertical Lathes Set up and operate CNC Mill Turn machining centers Effectively operate the above equipment to manufacture Prototype products without finished detailed drawings but with the assistance of a Manufacturing Engineer. Prove out new CNC programs on CNC equipment to Identify errors in Programs, Setups, Feeds and Speeds. Build Tooling, Load, Unload Tool Magazines Set up and mount Work Holding Fixtures Ability to read and interpret detail drawings Check position of Fixtures with Indicator Pick up location of part for program Zero Measure Tooling with a Pre-Setters Trouble shoot issues with machining processes Ability to train inexperienced machine operators Effective use of all Machine Shop Measuring Tools Operate conventional Bridgeport Milling Machines Operate conventional Lathes Operate Surface Grinders to tight tolerances Manufacture Work Holding Devices. Manufacture custom Gages Manufacture or repair machine components for maintenance Performs other duties as assigned. Background Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. 3-5 Years experience in CNC operations Must be a U.S.

Person Work Environment:

This job is performed in an office and heavy manufacturing environment. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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