Requisition ID: R10166640
Category: Non-CJCS
Location: Elk River, Minnesota, United States of America
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: No
Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for a Millwright to support our Armament Business Unit located in Elk River, MN.
This position pays $41.52 an hour per union contract
Our Elk River site consists of a serene 3,200 acres, with over 20 active buildings, and numerous projects supporting manufacturing, development, and testing for our Defense Systems Division. Our team works to continuously improve, support, and maintain this unique site through a variety of self-directed daily tasks and larger team projects. This role supports 1st shift operations on a 9/80 schedule.
Role Summary
Move and install complicated machine tools. Install complicated group counter and line shafts. Perform a wide variety of construction and repair work on equipment.
Position Functions and Responsibilities
Move and install complicated machine tools such as: heavy presses precision machine, boring mills, planners, lathes etc.
Select or specify motors, shafts, pulleys and belts.
Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
Install complicated group counter and line shafts.
Perform a wide variety of construction and repair work on equipment such as compressors, conveyors and line shafts.
Use care and judgment planning, moving, rigging, handling equipment with minimum interference to production.
Diagnose trouble quickly to avoid shut downs.
Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools.
Move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
Minimum Requirements
US Citizenship
Journeyman Millwright certification
3+ years related millwright experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Basic math and computer skills
Use of a variety of measuring instruments.
Metal fabrication experience not required but preferred
Competencies
Customer Service
Strong computer skills
Strong time management skills
Attention to detail
Effective communication skills
Continuous improvement
Complex measuring and mathematics skills
Cognitive ability to see how parts interact
Work Environment
Must use proper PPE approved clothing or devices
Exposed to varying degrees of dirt, dust, noise, and hot or cold temperatures as work may be performed outdoors.
Physical & Mental Demands
Lift up to 50 pounds
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Considerable amount of time standing and walking, up to 50% of time.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.