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Fuze Operator - Weekend Shift

Location: 

Texarkana, Texas (TX), US, 75505

Category:  Craft & Union
Work Area:  FT Onsite- Field/Client
Requisition ID:  2143

 

 

About Day and Zimmermann
 

At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.com

We're looking for a full time, Fuze Operator.

This position pays $20.21 per hour!

Weekend Shift: Fri-Sun 07:00am - 07:30pm

As the Fuze Operator, here’s the work you’ll do:
•    Utilizes tools and manual techniques to produce quality fuzes at the required rate per shift.
•    Assembles fuzes in accordance with written standard operating procedures, ensuring all quality, safety and other specification are met.
•    Performs work tasks that involve the physical contact with open and exposed (but not encased, enclosed or covered, either partially or fully) explosives. The physical contact with such open and exposed explosives may include the melting and pouring of such explosives, the blending of such explosives for assembling and the assembling of such open and exposed explosives into ammunition or component parts thereof.
•    Performs cleanup and organization of work area.
•    Communicates with team members to ensure product flows through assembly process.


This role is for you if you have these skills:
•    Manual Dexterity, skill and ease in using hands to assemble small parts.
•    Physical Dexterity.
•    Ability to read, understand and interpret Standard Operating Procedures, Quality and Safety specifications and procedures.
•    Strong Attention to Detail.
•    Strong communication skills.


And if you have these qualifications: 
•    High School Diploma or Equivalent.
•    Valid Driver's License.
•    Ability to pass internal Fuze Operator training.
 

We care about our employees and it shows.

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!


 To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:
•    Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
•    Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
•    Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
•    Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
•    Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds
•    Walking
•    Repetitive motion of any part of the body
•    Kneeling, crouching or crawling
•    Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
•    Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
•    Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
•    Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.) 
•    Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
•    Hearing
•    Talking
•    Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
•    Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
•    Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
•    Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
•    Capacity to express thoughts orally.
•    Expertise in: 
•    Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
•    Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
•    Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)


SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?  APPLY NOW!  Talent Acquisition Partner:  Andrew Johnson
 

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

 

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.

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