Security Officer – Federal Ammunition

The Kinetic Group•Anoka, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides basic plant security at Federal Cartridge and DCE sites to protect employees, facilities, and plant assets. The officer serves as the first point of contact for site visitors, including regulatory officials and law enforcement, and supports compliance with environmental, safety, and security programs. The role may involve work in or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including areas with flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations. The posting describes three day-shift schedules: Position 1 is scheduled Tuesday and Wednesday, plus every other Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Position 2 is scheduled Thursday and Friday, plus every other Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Position 3 is a float schedule Friday through Monday, from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Days, hours, shifts, and schedules may be adjusted to meet business and security coverage requirements. The starting rate is $22.31 per hour. Benefits include day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Basic mathematics skills.
Valid driver’s license without restrictions.
Ability to pass background checks for unsupervised access to explosives as an Employee Possessor.
Ability to work under stressful conditions and alone with minimal supervision.
Ability to work varied schedules as needed.
Must be trained in threat response within 90 days of employment.
Must be certified in First Aid/CPR within six months of hire.
Must be certified in fire extinguisher use within 90 days of employment.
Must certify as an 8-hour HAZMAT responder within six months of employment.
Ability to use stairs and work from heights or in cramped areas.
Manual dexterity to use handheld radios and flashlights; normal eyesight and hearing.
Must remain alert and responsive and be able to stay calm in stressful or emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Two-year technical diploma in law enforcement or a similar field.
One year or more of prior security field experience.
Law enforcement or military experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for people entering Federal Cartridge and DCE sites, including regulatory officials and law enforcement.
Direct visitors unfamiliar with the site to their destinations and escalate issues according to established protocols.
Conduct foot and/or vehicle-assisted rounds and compliance inspections under environmental, safety, and security programs.
Monitor cameras, alarm panels, and badge-reading equipment.
Act as an emergency coordinator and first responder to significant spills or environmental incidents.
Watch for spills, leaks, fires, theft, and vandalism, and check for illegal entry.
Follow SOPs, work instructions, and the Standard Work for Security Guard.
Record activity, including non-routine events, in the daily logbook.
Check that doors, windows, and gates are appropriately closed and locked.
Investigate on-site vehicle and traffic accidents.
Patrol parking lots, issue parking violations, and watch for suspicious activity.
Check badges of employees accessing the plant.
Conduct random searches of vehicles and employees entering and exiting the plant.
Warn violators and document infractions, including loitering, trespassing, smoking in restricted areas, and carrying forbidden articles.
Assist in handling workplace violence scenarios and escort employees or others off the plant if needed.
Use a fire extinguisher to put out small, incipient-type fires.
Perform non-routine tasks and other duties as assigned.