Utility Tech II (Finance)

Job Title: Utility Worker Technician

Working Pattern: Full-time | Location: Walpole, MA

There is an exciting opportunity to join the Bird-Johnson team as a Utility Worker Technician, where you'll play a key role in building high-performance marine propulsion systems that serve the U.S. Navy and commercial vessels around the world. Founded in 1958, Bird-Johnson (now part of the FMD family) is a recognized leader in excellence in marine engineering. These are complex, mission-critical systems and your work directly supports their quality, safety, and reliability.

This is a hands-on, skilled manufacturing role within a collaborative, safety-focused environment . You'll be part of a close-knit team that takes pride in craftsmanship and understands the importance of every step in the production process.

As a Utility Worker Technician , your work directly impacts the performance and safety of propulsion systems used in national defense and advanced commercial vessels . This is more than just a shop-floor position and it's a chance to take part in building the future of marine technology and be proud of the work you do every day.

What You Will Be Doing:

As a Utility Worker Technician, you will contribute to several critical manufacturing activities, including:

• Assisting in inspections of mechanical components with a strong attention to detail
• Performing touch-up painting of parts prior to assembly or shipping
• Packaging and crating materials in wooden crates for safe shipment
• Preparing tools and equipment for Assemblers
• Supporting various areas of the manufacturing floor as needed - some cleaning or parts on occasion.

This position plays a vital role in our quality control and shipping processes. The work you do ensures integrity, cleanliness, and proper presentation of components before they move into final machining or delivery.

Key Accountabilities:

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures, safety is our #1 priority, both for our employees and our components
• Maintain a strong attention to detail in all tasks
• Produce the expected quantity of work while maximizing efficiency and equipment usage
• Follow instructions and standard operating procedures precisely
• Take direction and feedback constructively and professionally
• Demonstrate a safety-first mindset in handling tools, equipment, and materials
• Lift and move components weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with support from hoists and forklifts
• Be flexible and open to cross-training in other manufacturing areas
• Collaborate and communicate effectively, we are a team-oriented environment, and we're looking for dependable team players
• Proactively identify potential problems and assist in improving processes

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years of experience in a lean or precision manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience in a mechanical role
• Ability to take direction, follow guidance, and execute work instructions accurately
• Strong safety-oriented mindset, ability to follow procedures and wear PPE when required.
• No allergic reactions to chemicals or materials used in job-related tasks
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds with the assistance of an overhead hoist and forklift, training will be provided
• Willingness and ability to work any shift and overtime as needed
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous learning
• Due to access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (U-NNPI), this position is restricted to U.S. citizens only (NOFORN). Proof of U.S. citizenship is required (U.S. Passport, Birth Certificate, or Naturalization Certificate). Dual citizenship is not permitted.

Equal Opportunity Employer