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Steel Cutting & Forming Mechanic

Company:
General Dynamics - Electric Boat
Location:
North Kingstown, RI, 02852
Posted:
September 27, 2025
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OverviewDo 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.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:\nOperate CNC-15 different CNC machines on the floor for plasma, laser and oxy cutting for both plate and shapes, grinder\nBurners-working with oxy propane and plasma torches to create & bend the steel plates\nFormers-forming rolls & c-frame press utilizing press brakes ranging from 65 ton to 5K ton\n\nTransportation-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:\nMedical, Dental, Vision\n401K Plan\nPaid Vacation and holidays\nShift Premium\nHealth and Wellness Programs\nCommuter/Van Services/Ripta\nTuition Reimbursement Program\nAdvancement Opportunities\nSafety Boot Reimbursement Program\n\nThis position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.QualificationsRequired:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience\nAvailable to work all shifts\nAbility to read Basic blueprints and interpretation for layout, forming & shipyard procedures\nAbility to perform and use basic math and measuring tools to perform initial layout and verification of final dimensions\nIndividuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools\n\nPreferred:\nConstruction background and/or relevant experience or training\nExperience in steel forming and steel cutting\nHand/Power tool usage(grinders, sanders, hand torches, general tools)\nShipfitting, Carpentry or Metal Fabrication\nLifting and Handling (Overhead Cranes, Forklifts etc.)\nCNC experience with cutting/forming equipment.

\nExperience with bending steel plates, oxy propane or plasma cutting equipment and band saw cutting operations\nVocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs\nMilitary\n Skills\nAbility to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals\nStrong and effective communication with all shipmates\n Physical QualificationsClimbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental AttributesAcids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

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