Electrician Technician Manufacturing – Federal Ammunition

About the Role

The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under iconic brands such as B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington, and Speer. This position supports electrical/electronic systems to improve machine operations, product quality, and overall plant performance at our Anoka location.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment.
• Repair or rebuild motors, control systems, or other equipment as necessary.
• Maintain shop equipment and working areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Function as an electrical/electronic resource and improve the knowledge of others as appropriate.
• Participate in and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
• Observe all applicable safety rules and report unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to supervisors.

Requirements

• Registered unlicensed electrician or ability to achieve within 30 days.
• Knowledgeable in PLC and schematic reading.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing electrical environments.
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision; self-starter.
• Resume documenting how minimum and additional qualifications are met.
• Willingness to work with others and openness to new ideas or techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-year degree/diploma in controls, electrical, electronics, electro-mechanical program, or related field.
• Personal computer and mainframe interaction skills.
• Journeyman or Master Electrical License.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley Products (Servo, PLC, VFD, HMI).
• Knowledge of 3-phase systems.
• Knowledge of NEC and UL508A.
• Demonstrated 2+ years’ experience in the design, implementation, and repair of electrical control systems, PLCs, and electronics.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting up to 10 pounds with occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of weights up to 50 pounds.
• Walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling required.
• Must have normal depth perception capability due to operation of maintenance cart.

Mental Requirements

• Majority of time spent identifying problems by listening and communicating with other associates.
• Reading and attention to detail required.
• Must be flexible and able to cope with stress from multiple job assignments, deadlines, and constant interruptions.

Equipment Used

• Maintenance cart
• Computer
• Cell phone
• Pager

Working Environment

• Exposure to fumes, dirt, dust, mist, and gases when in the plant.
• Regular production floor work with exposure to mechanical/electrical equipment hazards.
• Approximately 90% of time spent working with or around others.
• Work assignments may include tasks with exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives.

Schedule

7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Thursday, plus overtime as needed. Training may take place on another shift.

Pay

Pay range: $35.25 - $49.30 per hour. The actual annual salary offered will be based on experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gear discounts