Manufacturing Specialist - National 4B and 4D night shift (Level 5)- Remington

2 openings for 12-hour rotating night shifts.

About the role

Responsible for the preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance and operation of a high-speed ammunition production line. Team members work collaboratively to address line issues and implement ongoing improvement activities. Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) to increase equipment reliability and uptime.
• Documents all checks, services, and repairs to maintain equipment manufacturer warranties and comply with plant, local, state, and federal requirements.
• Performs repairs on facilities, systems, equipment, or components in a timely and economically feasible manner.
• Assists other technical and manufacturing employees in maintaining plant property, systems, and equipment.
• Serves as a team member to solve problems or implement improvements.
• Produces product according to job instructions using expert knowledge of on-call operations within the facility.
• Adheres to all housekeeping and sanitation standards, including 5S standards.
• Strives to become proficient in all manufacturing cells.
• Troubleshoots mechanical repairs (excluding electrical work) and performs preventative maintenance as required.
• Performs required quality inspections and completes necessary station tracking transactions.
• Maintains a clean, uncluttered work area according to 5S standards.
• Works overtime when required.
• Assists with other projects or tasks as directed by Team Leader or management.
• Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs PLC-controlled, high-speed production equipment to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
• Complies with all safety standards and regulations (e.g., LOTOT, Work Permits).
• Prioritizes and self-schedules maintenance work around production activities to achieve both production and maintenance KPIs.
• Operates machinery and achieves key performance metrics.

Requirements

• High School diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or recognized equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English to:
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervision.
  • Read and comprehend process instructions.
  • Record pertinent process information as required.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial or specialized maintenance experience preferred, or a recognized certificate of training or diploma in general mechanics and 2 years of verifiable experience in a similar role.
• Must pass a written comprehension test and mechanical aptitude evaluation.
• Experience with mechanical drives, mechanical installation, and alignment techniques (e.g., motor/gearbox, pumps, sprockets, sheaves).
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret machine manuals, schematics, electrical blueprints, and process control diagrams.
• Experience with AC/DC and servo motors, limit and proximity switches, photo-electric sensors, and solenoid valves.
• Ability to work within a 4-day, 7-shift operation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data collection and interpretation.

Work Environment

The role involves exposure to the following conditions:

• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, explosives, and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold.
• Loud noise levels requiring hearing protection.
• Required safety gear: approved safety glasses with side shields or goggles, and steel-toe safety shoes.
• Tasks may include working with or exposure to hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided.

Physical Demands

• Vision correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 35 lbs. unaided.
• Ability to stand or sit for up to 3 hours at a time.
• Frequent kneeling, crouching, bending, or extending reach to perform tasks.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Ability to grasp and feel small parts.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $29.33 - $34.17. The actual annual salary offered will be based on experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Gear discounts.