Batchmaker I

Batchmaker I, Armtec Defense Technologies
Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.. 
Company Profile
Company: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG).
Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures
Job Overview
Title: Batchmaker I
Job Family: Machinist Craftworkers
Reports to: Batching supervisor
Works with: Batching supervisors, Lead person and Batching employees
Location: Coachella, California
Type:  Full-Time
Job Summary
To provide production with quality chemically analyze batches and maintain operation of the recycling water systems, with minimal supervision or assistance from peers.
Primary Responsibilities

• Formulate batches in at least one program by verifying all raw materials against batch records; understand/follow lot control requirements, expiration dates and quantities.
• Must be able to properly transfer batch slurry and have knowledge of valve location and piping of at least one program.
• Must be able to maintain inventories of batch, process waters, water treatments and all pertinent records in each workstation and in the database, in at least one program.
• Must perform specialized testing for Kraft moisture, slurry consistencies, process water pH and turbidity and wash down water chemical requirements.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, ability to communicate with co-workers, direct supervisors, and production supervisors.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above
• Understand and live by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policies

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be flexible and reliable to work any shift, schedule on short notice, including overtime and work shut down periods.  Must possess problem solving/trouble shooting capabilities with minimal guidance.
• Must be capable of working independently or in teams with minimal supervision.
• Must be dependable, responsible, and accurate and have the ability to deal with people effectively.
• Must understand and follow MSPI’s, MSDS overview and have training in confined space entry, and have basic knowledge of ISO-9001:2000, basic computer training and other specialized training. Proper training for power washing tank cleaning.
• Must be respirator certified, training will be provided but must PASS a health test.

Armtec Behavioral Competencies
Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee: customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity.
Education/Previous Experience Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government

Work Hours
4/10 workweek
To Apply
Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com  
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran

Salary Range: $23.19 – 29.49/Hourly

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care)
• Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Parent Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays (8 paid holiday including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December)
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition Assistance