Primer Charger-Rimfire LN10 4:30a-3p M-Th

About the Role

Fills charging plates with priming mix and operates a battery of semi-automatic priming machines that involve potentially explosive materials as directed by the area supervisor. Maintains housekeeping in accordance with safety rules and procedures for the department. Performs other miscellaneous duties as directed by supervision.

Note: Persons assigned to this job are subject to certain restrictions under the Safe Explosives Act of 2002. Follows oral and written instructions, wears protective equipment where and when directed, and obeys all plant and safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Fills charging plates with priming mix and operates a battery of semi-automatic priming machines that involve potentially explosive materials.
• Assures machines are operating properly by clearing jams and performing other miscellaneous duties.
• Performs quality assurance checks as directed.
• Transports primer mixture from the storage window to the charge tables.
• Lifts boxes of primed shells and pours primed shells into tote pans to ensure efficient process flow.
• Works in a safe and orderly manner at all times.
• Obeys plant, department, and area rules and regulations and proactively encourages other team members to do so.
• Obtains, maintains, and wears or uses all necessary safety equipment as directed by work instructions or area supervisor.
• Attends shift, department, and plant meetings in a timely manner as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains process integrity with proper documentation and observance of process records.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area at all times, including mopping the floor to maintain a wet environment.
• Completes Hazardous Waste Management training within six months of entering the job and annually thereafter.

Good attendance is required. Overtime, including working extended shift hours and/or during scheduled days off, may be required.

Requirements

• High School diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or recognized equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English sufficient to:
  • Communicate effectively with other team members and supervision.
  • Read and comprehend process instructions.
  • Record pertinent process information as required.
• Basic personal computer skills sufficient to navigate menus and select, open, and print documents.

Work Environment

The work environment includes frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, explosives, and vibration. Eye protection in the form of approved safety glasses with side shields or approved safety goggles is required. Approved conductive steel-toe safety shoes are required. The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, requiring hearing protection in the work area.

Physical Demands

• Vision correctable to 20/20 with normal depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 25 lbs. unaided.
• Ability to push a loaded production buggy weighing as much as 700 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk for up to 3 hours at a time.
• Ability to mop floors.
• Ability to occasionally kneel, crouch, bend, or extend reach as required to perform tasks.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Ability to grasp and feel small parts.

Pay

Starting Hourly Rate: $24.35. The actual annual salary offered will be based on variables including 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.

Schedule

Days: 4:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday – Thursday.