Steel Cutting & Forming Mechanic role operating cutting and forming equipment to turn raw steel plate and shapes into hull/structural parts for nuclear submarines at General Dynamics Electric Boat. You’ll run multiple CNC cutting machines, use torches and grinders, form steel with press brakes/rolls, and move material via forklifts and overhead cranes. Standout perk: strong benefits package including shift premium, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.
- Shift premium for off-shifts
- 401K, medical, dental, vision
- Tuition reimbursement and advancement
Do you have experience in Carpentry, Metal Fabrication, Shipfitting or Cranes/Forklifts....then this is an exciting career for you!!!!
Steel Processing takes raw material (plate and shapes) through a variety of cutting and forming techniques to create the parts to fabricate the Hull and Structure of our nuclear submarines.
2nd and 3rd Shift opportunities only
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Operate CNC-15 different CNC machines on the floor for plasma, laser and oxy cutting for both plate and shapes, grinder
- Burners-working with oxy propane and plasma torches to create & bend the steel plates
- Formers-forming rolls & c-frame press utilizing press brakes ranging from 65 ton to 5K ton
Transportation-trained and certified in forklift and 50 ton overhead cranes in order to maneuver steel throughout the department.
Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K Plan
- Paid Vacation and holidays
- Shift Premium
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Advancement Opportunities
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
- Available to work all shifts
- Ability to read Basic blueprints and interpretation for layout, forming & shipyard procedures
- Ability to perform and use basic math and measuring tools to perform initial layout and verification of final dimensions
- Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
Preferred:
- Construction background and/or relevant experience or training
- Experience in steel forming and steel cutting
- Hand/Power tool usage(grinders, sanders, hand torches, general tools)
- Shipfitting, Carpentry or Metal Fabrication
- Lifting and Handling (Overhead Cranes, Forklifts etc.)
- CNC experience with cutting/forming equipment.
- Experience with bending steel plates, oxy propane or plasma cutting equipment and band saw cutting operations
- Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
- Military
Skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
- Effective communication with all shipmates
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet