Test Site Operations Coordinator

General Dynamics Land Systems US

Port Clinton, OH

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Aerospace and Defense, Billing, Budget Management, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Datasheets, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Environmental Health, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Expense Reports, Expense Tracking, Explosives, Federal Laws and Regulations, Firearms Experience, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Military, Multitasking, OSHA, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Product Costing, Productivity Management, Records Management, Regulations, Regulatory Reports, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, State Laws and Regulations, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, United States Citizen, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Port Clinton, OH
POSTED
5 days ago

Operations Coordinator
Job Description
About the Role
The ARES test facility is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to support efficient day-to-day functioning of the facility.  The Operations Coordinator is responsible for ensuring timely payment of bills, managing procurement and shipping activities, overseeing the environmental, health & safety program and supporting various operational and test activities as required.    
Company Information  
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness.  Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. 
What We Offer 
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you. 
  • Healthcare including medical, dental, vision.
  • Competitive base pay.
  • 401k Match (6%).
  • On-going learning opportunities within a rewarding work environment.
Responsibilities to Anticipate this Role 
  • Order and receive all required materials, supplies and equipment to support range operations and barrel manufacturing.  Liaise with suppliers, vendors and service providers to ensure on time delivery and timely payment
  • Process and track invoices for utilities and facility operations, ensuring timely payment of bills.  Assist with budget monitoring and expense reporting. 
  • Responsible for shipping and receiving of all material into and out of the facility to include hazmat, ammunition and explosives.  Includes both domestic and international shipping.
  • Maintain and manage all records related to the acquisition, storage, use, and disposition of ammunition and weapons in accordance with federal regulations set forth by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).  Able to be listed as a responsible person on all ATF licenses.
  • Oversee the Environmental, Health and Safety Program to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).  Maintain and organize all EHS documentation, including processes, procedures, permits, inspection records, safety data sheets (SDS), training logs, and incident reports. Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility throughout the organization.
  • Participate in range activities for live fire testing, as required.
Qualifications Sought 
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum 5 to 7 years experience sought in a similar role 
  • Prior experience with Environmental, Health and Safety programs and regulations
  • Familiarity with ATF regulations and reporting requirements
  • Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities are essential, along with a keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Able to work independently, multi-task, meet or exceed deadlines, and build strong team relationships with members of the communications and strategy teams 
  • Microsoft Office experience including PowerPoint, Excel, etc 
Additional Information / Desired Experience 
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • This position may require the candidate to work both indoors and outdoors during any time of year.  The candidate must be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around test assets and military vehicles is desired. 
  • Able to work overtime when required
  • Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position.
  • Prior knowledge or experience with ammunition handling, firearms, blast or ballistic testing is preferred

About the Company

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General Dynamics Land Systems US

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS), headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan is a wholly-owned business unit of General Dynamics Corporation’s (NYSE:GD) Combat Systems group and is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. GDLS has a 70-year defense heritage of providing a full spectrum of high quality, technically superior, high value products and services to the United States and its Allies and demonstrates the leadership, financial resources, technology and strength of more than 7500 employees who are dedicated to making the Company the World’s preferred supplier of land vehicles and weapons systems. This dedication assures every shareholder, customer, and the nation, that the name General Dynamics will always mean Strength on Your Side.

At the heart of Land Systems’ military-vehicle platforms is the Abrams main battle tank and the family of Stryker and LAV wheeled combat vehicles. These key ground-force assets remain critical to the military’s structure and offer continuing opportunities for modernization and enhancements that meet the Warfighter’s evolving requirements while increasing troop safety and effectiveness.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1982
WEBSITE
http://www.gdls.com/