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Manufacturing Unit

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Job Information

The Manufacturing Technician supports the production of mission-critical defense components, systems, and equipment used across military and strategic programs. This role is responsible for operating industrial machinery, assembling components, conducting quality inspections, and maintaining production discipline to meet strict defense-sector standards.

Responsibilities

  • Operate manufacturing machinery, tools, and equipment safely and effectively

  • Assemble mechanical/electrical components according to technical specifications

  • Perform quality checks and maintain compliance with ISO, DoD, and internal standards

  • Maintain accurate production logs, inventory records, and workflow documentation

  • Identify production issues and coordinate corrective actions with supervisors

  • Support preventive maintenance tasks and shop-floor safety protocols

  • Work collaboratively with engineering and logistics teams to meet production deadlines

What this application asks

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV

  • LinkedIn Profile optional
  • Age choose one
  • Sex choose one
  • Country choose one
  • State choose one
  • Municipality
  • What passport(s) do you currently hold? choose any
  • Military experience choose one · optional
  • All personnel must remain drug-free and may be subject to mandatory drug testing prior to and during missions. Do you agree to comply with this requirement? choose one
  • Do you currently have any NDA's or Non-Competes that could potentially affect your work with KDT in any way? choose one
  • I acknowledge and agree to undergo a background check as part of the hiring process. choose one
  • I confirm that I do not hold any other contract or commitment that would interfere with my duties under a KDT contract. choose one
  • Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? choose one
  • Do you hold a valid driver’s license? choose one
  • Have you ever been convicted of a felony? choose one
  • If you have been convicted explain here. written answer · optional
  • Are you able to work on U.S. government or military facilities? choose one
  • Select all roles you qualify for: choose any
  • Total years of manufacturing experience: choose one
  • What types of manufacturing environments have you worked in? (Select all) choose any
  • Describe your primary manufacturing specialty.
  • List any secondary specializations. written answer · optional
  • Fabrication Skills choose any · optional
  • Machining Skills choose any · optional
  • Electrical / Electronics Skills choose any · optional
  • Mechanical Assembly Skills choose any · optional
  • Heavy Manufacturing Skills choose any · optional
  • Equipment Proficiency choose any
  • What production scales have you worked in? choose any
  • Are you comfortable with repetitive production tasks? choose one
  • Are you comfortable with high-precision, low-volume builds? choose one
  • Do you have experience meeting strict deadlines or quotas? choose one
  • Have you ever worked on government/defense-grade components? choose one
  • Describe the most complex part or product you have ever built. written answer
  • Have you served as a lead or supervisor? choose one
  • If yes, how many team members have you supervised? optional
  • Are you familiar with quality control processes? choose one
  • Are you familiar with inspection tools and documentation? choose one
  • Do you have experience with: choose any · optional
  • Have you ever trained new employees? choose one
  • Which of the following defense/compliance standards are you familiar with? choose any
  • OSHA Training Completed choose one
  • Manufacturing Safety Familiarity choose one
  • Have you ever been involved in a workplace safety incident? choose one
  • Are you familiar with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)? choose one
  • Are you familiar with PPE standards? choose one
  • Are you familiar with chemical handling/safety data sheets? choose one
  • Can you lift 50+ lbs regularly? choose one
  • Are you comfortable standing for long periods? choose one
  • Are you comfortable working around heavy machinery? choose one
  • Are you willing to work overtime or varying shifts? choose one
  • What is your availability to start a contract? choose one
  • Are you applying for: choose one
  • Are you open to travel for specific manufacturing missions or contracts? choose one
  • Desired hourly rate
  • Are you open to prevailing wage or government scale when applicable? (Yes/No) choose one
  • Provide 2–3 professional references: Name Company Role Phone Email Relationship written answer

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