Aerospace and Defense, Assembly Equipment, Blueprints, Calibration, Crane, Deltek Costpoint, Detail Oriented, Explosives, Forklift, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Military, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Quality Assurance Methodology, Record Keeping, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, United States Citizen
PGS Worldwide is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Mesa, AZ for a 5-month contract role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company.
The Manufacturing Technician will support assembly operations for gun systems, including subassemblies and top-level assemblies. This role involves following detailed work instructions, using precision measuring equipment, supporting quality testing and rework, operating industrial equipment, and maintaining a safe, clean manufacturing environment.
Required Skills
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2+ years of experience working on manufacturing assemblies.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Ability to qualify under the Safe Explosives Act as an employee possessor/responsible person upon starting.
- Ability to interpret blueprints.
- Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and work instructions.
- Ability to collect and record manufacturing data accurately.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to work a 4/10 schedule and support overtime or weekends as needed.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Skills
- Mechanical background.
- Experience reading prints.
- Experience with Costpoint, MES, or similar manufacturing systems.
- Forklift or crane operation experience.
- Experience with precision measuring equipment.
- Experience with rework, bonding operations, quality testing, and manufacturing process support.
What You’ll Do
- Perform manufacturing assembly of gun system subassemblies and top-level assemblies.
- Work independently or as part of a team on assembly operations.
- Follow detailed procedures and work instructions.
- Collect and record production data as required.
- Support setup, calibration, rework, and quality testing activities.
- Operate industrial equipment such as cranes and forklifts as needed.
- Use precision measuring equipment to verify correct positioning during bonding operations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Participate in team activities focused on safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
Work Schedule / Shift
- 4x10 schedule, Monday–Thursday.
- 5:00 AM–3:30 PM.
- Overtime and some weekends may be required.
Pay
Job ID: 1443
Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can. We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.