Technician II

57722BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Cryotech Deicing Technology, a division of General Atomics, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of deicing products for aircraft, runways and other applications. We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team located in Fort Madison, Iowa. Under limited supervision performs and/or assists in the operation of all production equipment and processes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for operating all plant equipment in all areas of production.

• Responsible for all rail operations; inspection, transporting, unloading and loading of rail cars

• Interprets & follows work instructions, drawings, and sequence of operations while maintaining all quality assurance documentation.

• Will assist other departments as needed.

• Operates specialized equipment and/or performs tests requiring knowledge of processes pertinent to the organization, program or project.

• Responsible for handling of all plant chemicals needed for mixing/blending into final product.

• Collects, records, reduces, and summarizes experimental data.

• Diagnoses and corrects operational problems or trouble sources in equipment or tests. Interprets basic information displayed to recognize when various operating measurements are drifting out of established parameters. Adjusts operating parameters to bring systems back to satisfactory operating conditions. Develops solutions to problems that occur including assisting in the design of specialized components.

• Maintain proper inventory levels for continuous plant operation.

• Must be available to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift depending on production needs. Notice will be given in advance.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires high school diploma or equivalent with one or more years of experience.

• Must be able to work with common hand tools.

• Must be able to perform a variety of routine tasks and demonstrate a good working knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedure.

• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, hazardous chemicals and railcars.

• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.

• Must have analytical ability to read and understand detailed instructions, drawings and specifications.

• Must be able to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift depending on production needs.

Job Category:

Technicians

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low:

40,500

Pay Range High:

60,218

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.