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ToolmakerStarting Wage: $43.45/hr Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits - Day 1 - Zero Premiums Must be a Journeyman with a 4-Year State-approved apprenticeship or 8 years of documented experience in the Trade Ability to work any shiftPosition Description: - Make and repair all types of tool, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges. - Ability to interpret 2D drawings and tolerances - Determine the sequence of operations, materials, and tools required to complete the work. - Ability to work with only limited instructions, detailed designs, or specifications. - Ability to operate all types of tool room machine tools and perform bench work, fitting, and assembly work within fine tolerances. - May be required at times to handle / manage hazardous materials and waste - Performs initial occupational injury/illness incidents investigations/reports for assigned work crews/areas. - Responsible for the work schedules, training, incident investigation and discipline of assigned work crews - Provide technical support to the tool room and manufacturing engineering operations at GDLS Lima OperationsPosition Requirements: - High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - Must be at least 18 years of age or older - Journeyman Card Toolmaker or eight (8) years of documented experience - Experience with CNC programming preferred - US Citizenship required - Must be able to successful complete the pre-employment process including drug screen and background check - Must be able to obtain/maintain DOD security clearance - Must be able to obtain Department of Army Police unescorted access - Overtime and off-shift work may be required - Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment that includes high noise, dust, and fumes. - Must be able to lift (unassisted) up to 50 lbs - Must be able to work on railed, step platforms, or on top of Abrams vehicles (approximately 9ft) - Compliance with ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirements) desiredHeadquartered 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 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.

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