All Production Operator

About the Role

As a vital member of the American Ordnance production team in Middletown, IA, the Production Operator will play a crucial role in maintaining the flow of production and ensuring high-quality standards are consistently met. This is an onsite full-time role. Must be willing and able to work all shifts assigned during the orientation process.

Responsibilities

• Assembling inert and explosive components into rounds or subassemblies, ensuring all items meet stringent safety and quality guidelines through thorough gauging, weighing, and examination.
• Physically maneuvering loaded carts and materials throughout the production area, efficiently transitioning items from storage to workstations or between various processing stations.
• Implementing established quality control protocols to visually inspect materials for imperfections, maintaining compliance with quality procedures by segregating any non-conforming products.
• Stenciling and packing completed items meticulously, preparing and loading them into transportation vehicles while diligently maintaining records of production activities.
• Actively participating in training initiatives and adhering to safety, health, and environmental protocols, fostering a culture of safety and responsibility among team members.
• Continuously identifying opportunities to improve existing processes and systems, aligning operations with customer requirements internally and externally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess a valid REAL ID-compliant drivers license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant.
• Neurological, respiratory, or other medical testing may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs minimum on a consistent basis.
• Forklift license may be required.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of background screenings and physical assessments is mandatory to ensure a safe and trustworthy work environment.
• Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to read, interpret, and adhere to critical documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals, ensuring operational compliance and safety measures are upheld.
• Strong communication skills that enable effective interaction with a diverse array of colleagues and stakeholders across various levels of the organization, promoting collaborative engagement.
• A steadfast commitment to work with integrity and uphold organizational values, contributing positively to the workplace environment and team dynamics.
• Organizational skills that allow for efficient management of paid time off while maintaining punctuality and readiness for work at the start of each scheduled shift.
• A capability to thrive in both independent and team-oriented settings, displaying initiative and seeking guidance when needed, to achieve collective and individual goals.

Physical and Mental Demands

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 reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery)
• Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects a minimum of 50lbs
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Manual dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object's size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g., ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language
• Capacity to express thoughts orally
• Expertise in: EXCEL, WORD, CADD (Revit/Bentley)
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or worksite
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

Benefits

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 and 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

Pay

Base pay is $25.14/HR plus $1/HR shift differential.