Job Description:

This position is considered full-time but hours per week vary.



Job Description:

Production Operators perform various assigned work tasks in connection with the production of ammunition. These tasks may be performed either manually or with the use of various tools, machines or equipment.

The Big Picture - Top Skills You Should Possess:

• Good manual dexterity and general good physical condition


• Ability to work with small parts


• Must be able to lift 35 - 60 pounds.

What You'll Be Doing:

• May include various work tasks involved in the receiving, unpacking, inspecting, assembling, breakdown, reworking, packing out and palletizing of component parts and finished ammunition.


• After having successfully passed the required training, operates a forklift or tow motor as assigned


• Performs cleanup of work areas


• Performs operations in accordance with written standard operating procedures and wears the required personnel protective safety equipment


• Manufactures items in accordance with latest drawings and specifications.

What's In It For You?

Candidates that are hired will receive a competitive pay ($14.51 Hourly), 401k plus company match, a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, paid time off, and the opportunity to work with a terrific team.

What You Need To Bring To The Table:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Assembly Line Work Experience Preferred


• Valid Driver's License

Successful Candidates will be able to pass a background and drug screen.

What Are You Waiting For? Apply Now!

Essential Functions: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that employers analyze and document essential position functions for all positions, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

These are the essential functions required for this position, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Physical Tasks:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery)


• Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers)


• Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching etc.)


• Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction, or in a dragging or hauling motion)


• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)


• Reaching (e.g., reaching arms or legs in any direction)


• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 50 lbs.


• Repetitive motions of any part of the body


• Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure)


• Feeling (e.g., perceiving and object's size, shape, texture etc.)


• Kneeling, Crouching or Crawling


• Climbing


• Walking


• Hearing


• Talking


• Other (Ability to work with small parts)

Mental Tasks:

• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions


• Ability to read complex documents in the [English] language


• Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers)


• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time

About Day & Zimmermann Munitions & Government

www.dayzim.com - Day & Zimmermann plays a vital role in the defense sector by manufacturing a wide variety of ammunition products and delivering full-service government facilities management, including facility operations, equipment management, and environmental services, to the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S.-approved foreign governments. We also provide extensive load, assemble and pack (LAP) services for a variety of munitions programs, and maintain core competencies in munitions production engineering, receipt, storage and issue, as well as the renovation, maintenance and demilitarization of ammunition and other energetic devices. With more than 50 years of experience in the production and demilitarization of conventional munitions, as well as the successful operation of vast military and government complexes, Day & Zimmermann is ranked as one of the top global defense contractors by Defense News.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made.



Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com

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