Join Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Safely handle energetic materials used in multiple end products.
Assemble, inspect, package, and prepare products for shipment to customers.
Set up, operate, and monitor process equipment in accordance with established procedures and standard work instructions.
Perform complete process changeovers, including assisting with equipment setup and product changeovers.
Assists in troubleshoot equipment, quality, and productivity challenges to maintain efficient operations.
Maintain equipment uptime and utilize production time effectively to meet customer demand.
Follow detailed work instructions and procedures in an AS9100 manufacturing environment.
Conduct objective quality inspections on own work and the work of others, taking corrective action as necessary.
Accurately document production activities, inspections, inventory transactions, and process data.
Maintain accurate inventory levels to support production requirements and company policies.
Participate in customer-related quality investigations, product improvements, and corrective action activities as required.
May assist in training new operators and other employees on products, processes, equipment, and revised procedures.
Support continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, efficiency, waste reduction, and cost improvements.
Make decisions and prioritize activities according to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives.
Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work area, including daily housekeeping activities.
Maintain accurate and legible production records and documentation in accordance with ISO and AS 9100 requirements.
Participate in all required safety programs, meetings, and training activities.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervision.
Qualification Requirements:- High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).At least 18 years of age
- Able to pass a drug screening and background check
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and process documentation.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after completing required training.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of basic machinery operation and troubleshooting.
- Ability to operate multiple pieces of manufacturing equipment with varying user interfaces.
- Ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and units of measure.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and production documentation.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- Experience using ERP or manufacturing systems; IFS experience preferred.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties of this job:
- Works regularly near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
- Works with explosives and energetic materials.
- Most materials are at or near room temperature.
- The noise level is usually moderate. Periodic exposure to high levels of noise will occur (hearing protection is provided where needed).Works primarily in indoor situations with occasional exposure to heat and cold
- Works both individually and in team environment with other personnel.
- The use of proper PPE is required and enforced in all process areas
- Reports to work on time and maintains an excellent attendance level
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
