Thekineticgroup

Machine Operator / Pellet Charger - Federal Ammunition

Anoka, MN · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$25k-$36kDetected 8 days ago

CommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world.
Experience a preview of what a Charger Operator at Federal Ammunition does by checking out the following video: https://youtu.be/kuiSNlj1djQ This position reports to the Factory Operations Supervisor and is based out of our Anoka Location.
Frequent grip, pushing, pulling and exertion of downward pressure by arms and shoulders, bending of waist and reaching of upper arms and shoulders to force primer mix batches (weighing approximately 2 pounds) into charging plate holes.

Maintain the charge table and work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintain a productivity level that will ensure on-time delivery of product to customer (inside or outside the company).

Start at $24.62/hour plus applicable shift differential with the first 90 day increase to $28.06 and additional increases every 90 days based on performance, up to $35.77!
High school diploma or GED
18 years of age or older
1+ years of on-the-job experience, with manufacturing experience preferred
Manual dexterity to handle very small items
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to take direction from others

Select proper powder type according to posted schedules.
Fill holes of charging plate both accurately and timely to form primer pellets.
Transfer charge pellets from charge plate to primer cups or Rimfire shells.
Inspect cups and shells before and after charging, removing defective cups and shells and those not containing pellets.
Observe all applicable safety rules and report unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to supervisor.
Conducts training of employees that have a variety of skill levels.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Adjust or operate machines if trained to do so.

$24.62 - $35.77 The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.
We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Near vision to handle a large number of very small parts and to detect visual quality defects.
Must have normal color vision and normal depth perception capability.
Near vision to visually inspect cups and shells for defects.
medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives.
Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.
Seek assistance from the Adjuster or Maintenance Mechanics when attempting more advanced adjustments, but continue to work with them as a part of on-the-job training to enhance mechanical skills.

This listing is sourced directly from Thekineticgroup's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.