Project Maintenance Mechanic - Dayshift

The Kinetic Group•Lonoke, AR

1d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI-Shot, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries. As the Project Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for machine build/assembly, parts fabrication, installation, and troubleshooting. Support new equipment during debug and ramp-up on production floor. Perform basic machine shop and metal working processes such as operate manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, polish dies and sharpen knives. Other work as directed. This position reports to the Centerfire Engineering Manager, Zachary Esch and is based out of our Lonoke Location.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to effectively troubleshoot
Demonstrated above average craft or mechanical ability (carpentry, millwright, tinsmith, plumber)
Training and experience in a machine shop or knowledge of metal working machining and processes
Ability to operate surface grinder, polish dies and sharpen knives
Demonstrated effective written and interpersonal communication skills
Positive customer service attitude
Demonstrated leadership/organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with a minimum of supervision
Ability to weld, braze, and solder all types of metals (steel, aluminum, etc…) with proficiency.
Ability to rivet
Experience grinding, filing, and threading metal
Basic welding skills
Works independently with minimum supervision (self starter).
Able to sketch simple parts and read basic blue prints.
Capable of doing setups and changeovers on production equipment in the assigned area.
Able to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometer, caliper, and dial indicators.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the department where the opening exists
Electronic experience or education
Knowledge of/experience in pneumatics, hydraulics, welding
Tinsmith experience
Personal computer skills

Responsibilities

Perform machine build/assembly, parts fabrication, installation, and troubleshooting.
Support new equipment during debug and ramp-up on production floor.
Perform basic machine shop and metal working processes such as operate manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, polish dies and sharpen knives.
Maintain all production machinery. Includes troubleshooting, diagnosis of problems, dismantling and reassembling machines and related equipment.
Other work as directed.