Press Technician

Location: Manitowoc, WI

Pay

Starting wage $21.00 per hour and up based on experience.

Schedule

• 1st shift (5:00am - 3:00pm) and 2nd shift (3:00pm - 1:00am) available
• Monday through Thursday with overtime as needed

About the role

We're looking for a detail-driven Press Technician to work hands-on in our stamping presses, where your mechanical expertise directly ensures the quality of products used by millions every day. Your precision ensures the reliability and safety of the ammunition produced.

Responsibilities

• Operate presses and follow checklists, procedures, and guidelines to maintain production flow and meet customer specifications
• Inspect brass casings for cosmetic and functional defects using precision instruments (calipers, micrometers) for quality monitoring
• Utilize PLEX production software effectively
• Perform mechanical adjustments, preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment issues
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including cleaning the work area, lockout/tagout, and wearing required PPE

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years working in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical, mathematical, reading comprehension, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work with large press machinery
• Experience operating a forklift preferred
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• Intellectual curiosity and passion for machinery
• Positive attitude, self-discipline, and commitment to Winchester's mission
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of quality and accuracy
• Demonstrated safe work practices
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong communication skills

Location-Specific Requirements

• Successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
• Access to ITAR controlled technical data; employment contingent upon ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required

Benefits

Olin offers a comprehensive benefits package. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees are encouraged to join or lead Olin People Networks—voluntary groups connecting employees across sites, divisions, and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

Olin does not provide sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future need for sponsorship.