About the role
Batchmaker I, Armtec Defense Technologies Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.. Company Profile Company: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG). Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures Job Overview Title: Batchmaker I Job Family: Machinist Craftworkers Reports to: Batching supervisor Works with: Batching supervisors, Lead person and Batching employees Location: Coachella, California Type: Full-Time Job Summary To provide production with quality chemically analyze batches and maintain operation of the recycling water systems, with minimal supervision or assistance from peers. Primary Responsibilities * Formulate batches in at least one program by verifying all raw materials against batch records; understand/follow lot control requirements, expiration dates and quantities. * Must be able to properly transfer batch slurry and have knowledge of valve location and piping of at least one program. * Must be able to maintain inventories of batch, process waters, water treatments and all pertinent records in each workstation and in the database, in at least one program. * Must perform specialized testing for Kraft moisture, slurry consistencies, process water pH and turbidity and wash down water chemical requirements. * Must possess excellent communication skills, ability to communicate with co-workers, direct supervisors, and production supervisors. * Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above * Understand and live by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policies
Qualifications * High School diploma or equivalent * Must be flexible and reliable to work any shift, schedule on short notice, including overtime and work shut down periods. Must possess problem solving/trouble shooting capabilities with minimal guidance. * Must be capable of working independently or in teams with minimal supervision. * Must be dependable, responsible, and accurate and have the ability to deal with people effectively. * Must understand and follow MSPI’s, MSDS overview and have training in confined space entry, and have basic knowledge of ISO-9001:2000, basic computer training and other specialized training. Proper training for power washing tank cleaning. * Must be respirator certified, training will be provided but must PASS a health test.
Armtec Behavioral Competencies Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee: customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity. Education/Previous Experience Requirements * Must be authorized to work in the U.S. * To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government
Work Hours 4/10 workweek To Apply Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran
Salary Range: $23.19 – 29.49/Hourly
Benefits * Medical * Dental * Vision * Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care) * Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance * Disability Insurance * Parent Leave Pay * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Vacation * Sick Leave * Holidays (8 paid holiday including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December) * 401(k) matching * Tuition Assistance