Machinist Technician - Equipment Rebuild Shop

Location: Independence, MO

About the role

The Machinist Technician in the Equipment Rebuild Shop is responsible for the repair, maintenance, and rebuilding of machinery and components. This role requires strong technical skills and the ability to work with various machine shop equipment, as well as the ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform precision work.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machine shop equipment, including manual mills, lathes, and other tools.
• Proficient in precision measuring with micrometers and calipers.
• Read and understand blueprints and military specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, belts, checking fluid levels, and replacing filters.
• Diagnose mechanical problems, referencing blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, and work effectively without supervision while instructing others, if needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of relevant Machining or Tool & Die experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and trade type tools to perform repairs and maintenance on equipment.
• Communication and documentation skills and the ability to work closely with engineering staff.
• Computer skills relevant to engineering work and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work standing up entire work shift, lifting up to 35 lbs., and working with energetic materials.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, including overtime.
• Must possess a Valid US driver’s license.
• Successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• Ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• Successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies.
• Must be a US citizen (non-US citizens not permitted on-site at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant).

Pay

$72,700 - $86,000 depending on experience

Schedule

9/80 Schedule (May require some overtime and weekend work)