MACHINE SHOP TECHNICIAN

About the role

The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment. A leading defense contractor, it develops and manufactures systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near LAX, the group comprises Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment; Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment; Marvin Land Systems specializes in power and thermal management systems. With over 60 years of “A Tradition of Excellence,” the company supports all branches of the Department of Defense and global allies, collaborating with prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

Work environment: Manufacturing and/or Machining environment; fast‑paced with people and parts movement; noise level moderate to medium; exposure to potential odors from chemicals/processes; physically demanding; use of Personal Protective Equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with proper material, parts and product handling at all times.
• Adhere to procedural requirements for packaging and unpackaging of materials, parts and product.
• Follow all safety regulatory and company policies and procedures.
• Assist Operations work centers with Assembly and/or Manufacturing processes.
• Use basic hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, hammer, ratchets & sockets, ruler, calipers).
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Identify defects and take appropriate measures; communicate and follow established non‑conformance procedures.
• Perform all work in accordance with highest quality standards and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• May operate forklift, electrical or manual pallet jacks, cranes and jib hoist.
• Able to bend, twist, walk and stand for entire shift.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

• Maintain awareness and understanding of documents published in the BMS Library.
• Aerospace experience (a plus).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Understanding of ERP Systems.
• Basic reading skills; must be able to follow directions.
• Office Suite – Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Ability to perform work accurately, timely and thoroughly.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems, producing new ideas and concepts.
• Detail‑oriented and self‑motivated.
• 1‑2 years forklift experience (a plus).
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Pay

Salary range: $16.82 – $23.07 per hour (based on experience, skills, and education).