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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Blending Technician in Moorpark, California
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.
Job Description
The Blending Technician is responsible for energetic materials blending, storage, testing and record keeping. Reporting to the Value Stram Manager.
Responsibilities
The Blending Technician position supports environmental testing of development and production products. Duties include:
Prepares and processes explosive powders for production use.
Maintains detailed records for powder delivery, issuance, cycle counts and disposition in accordance BATF regulations and standards.
Performs volatility and calorific testing.
Supports powder loading operations as needed.
Ensuring that all required paperwork is present during the shift, and is being completed and used according to appropriate MI and Router.
Complete competence and understanding of Manufacturing Instructions and drawings to ensure all products meet specifications.
Directs and assigns work to employees within their specific area/line as needed to reach Safety, Quality and Production goals.
Notifies Manager/Maintenance of any equipment malfunctions or problems that are impeding Safety, Quality or Production.
Ensures that all safety concerns are communicated and addressed in a real time basis.
Ensures employees are following Safety measures required for job requirements and SOP.
Keeps area clean and always organized.
Reports any Safety and/or Quality concerns to the Manager real time.
Communicates any performance concerns to Production Manager.
Ensures all activities are aligned with company Core Values.
Occasional heavy lifting, travel and overtime may be required.
Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma (Associate Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred).
Candidates must be able to work independently and interface with individuals at multiple levels in the organization. Strong mechanical aptitude, problem solving and communication skills are required. Candidates must be able to interpret and execute test requirements provided in written specifications. Knowledge of explosive materials and/or ordnance devices is beneficial. Experience working in an aerospace industry is preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience in a energetic blending and testing and storage environment.
Desired Skills:
Microsoft Word and Excel Proficiency
Chemical processing both wet and dry.
Compensation:
Hourly Range: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour. Compensation is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.
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Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.
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We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.
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