Toolmaker

Responsibilities for this PositionPosition Title: ToolmakerLocation: Scranton, PA, United StatesCategory: Manufacturing OperationsJob Type: Full-TimeCountry: United StatesState: PACity: ScrantonRemote Work Options: On-SiteSecurity Clearance Required: NoneCareer Level: Mid-CareerRequisition ID: 17432656Description: Scope:General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles.ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate CNC Horizontal Machining and Vertical CentersSet up and operate CNC Horizontal and Vertical LathesSet up and operate CNC Mill Turn machining centersEffectively operate the above equipment to manufacturePrototype products without finished detailed drawings but with the assistance of a Manufacturing Engineer.Prove out new CNC programs on CNC equipment to Identify errors in Programs, Setups, Feeds and Speeds.Build Tooling, Load, Unload Tool MagazinesSet up and mount Work Holding FixturesAbility to read and interpret detail drawingsCheck position of Fixtures with IndicatorPick up location of part for program ZeroMeasure Tooling with a Pre-SettersTrouble shoot issues with machining processesAbility to train inexperienced machine operatorsEffective use of all Machine Shop Measuring ToolsOperate conventional Bridgeport Milling MachinesOperate conventional LathesOperate Surface Grinders to tight tolerancesManufacture Work Holding Devices.Manufacture custom GagesManufacture or repair machine components for maintenancePerforms other duties as assigned.Background RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.3-5 Years experience in CNC operationsMust be a U.S. PersonWork Environment:This job is performed in an office and heavy manufacturing environment.Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.Scope:General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles.ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate CNC Horizontal Machining and Vertical CentersSet up and operate CNC Horizontal and Vertical LathesSet up and operate CNC Mill Turn machining centersEffectively operate the above equipment to manufacturePrototype products without finished detailed drawings but with the assistance of a Manufacturing Engineer.Prove out new CNC programs on CNC equipment to Identify errors in Programs, Setups, Feeds and Speeds.Build Tooling, Load, Unload Tool MagazinesSet up and mount Work Holding FixturesAbility to read and interpret detail drawingsCheck position of Fixtures with IndicatorPick up location of part for program ZeroMeasure Tooling with a Pre-SettersTrouble shoot issues with machining processesAbility to train inexperienced machine operatorsEffective use of all Machine Shop Measuring ToolsOperate conventional Bridgeport Milling MachinesOperate conventional LathesOperate Surface Grinders to tight tolerancesManufacture Work Holding Devices.Manufacture custom GagesManufacture or repair machine components for maintenancePerforms other duties as assigned.Background RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.3-5 Years experience in CNC operationsMust be a U.S. PersonWork Environment:This job is performed in an office and heavy manufacturing environment.Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.