Associate Toolmaker/Machinist Job Listing at Leonardo DRS in Bridgeton, MO (Job ID 1250350000)

Description

Job ID: 111229 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Associate Toolmaker/Machinist for our Bridgeton, MO facility.  This position will be responsible for operating machine to fabricate and manufacture deliverables, producing quality work that is in accordance with the blueprints.

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
• Analyze specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assemble parts to make and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools, applying knowledge of tool and die designs and construction; shop mathematics; metal properties; and layout, machining, and assembly procedures    
• Study specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product
• Compute dimensions and plans layout and assembly operations
• Measure parts to close tolerance using precision measuring devices
• Set up and operate machine tools (e.g., lathe, milling machine, shaper, and grinder) to machine parts
• Verify conformance of machined parts to specifications
• May examine standard or previously used tools or dies and modify as appropriate
• May develop specifications from general descriptions and make drawing or sketch
• Apply basic and develop advanced skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment, as appropriate to area of specialization
• Determine sequence of operations and set up procedures for repeatable set-up
• Follow written work instructions must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Properly use required PPE 
• May participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

• High school diploma or GED

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LSY