Job Description

Description

LMT Defense provides top tier products to the US Military, law enforcement and government agencies, in addition to international customers across the globe. Products include precision engineered modular rifle systems, grenade launchers, suppressors, and components. As it was in the very beginning, LMT’s mission is to exceed customers’ expectations of quality and value, and we have been doing so for over 40 years. LMT Defense needs your help as we continue to grow into the future. If you are looking for a position that is fast paced, with competitive benefits (PTO, health savings account, 401K match), flexible work schedules, and climate-controlled facility; LMT Defense is the perfect company for you. We are looking to fill multiple 2nd and 3rd shift position in our Machining Department. Below are the preferred skills, duties, and responsibilities you will have performing as our Manual Machinist.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work (3pm-11:15pm) 2nd shift or (11pm-7:15am) 3rd shift. 
• Required: High School/GED diploma or vocational school equivalent.
• Preferred: Some machining experience, or machining certification from an accredited trade school.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and mechanical devices.
• Basic knowledge of machining processes (drilling, milling, turning).
• Possess strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Excellent visual perception to ensure fine detail quality inspection.
• Full physical capability to sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, bend and maneuver around equipment and job stations. This position is primarily standing at a machine most of the day. Must be able to lift and position components that weigh up to 35 pounds. Must be able to physically tolerate contact (hands) with coolants and cutting oils.
• Ability to follow work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings.
• Ability to perform precision measurement of machined components.
• Must have a working knowledge of cutting tools.
• Ability to operate industrial conventional machining equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Producing quality parts.
• Follow company procedures and policies.
• Meeting time standards established for all assigned production.
• Alerting a supervisor to any unsafe condition.
• Adequate control, protection, and use of the assets of the company.
• Communicate with the supervisor, set up operators, and quality department to ensure common understanding of immediate issues affecting output and quality.
• Produce parts as instructed by supervisor.
• Provide justification and corrective action on all issues pertaining to poor quality.
• Any other duties requested by the supervisor.

*LMT Defense is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

LMT Defense is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

*Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with policies and applicable state laws, LMT Defense provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with LMT will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.