Machine Operator​/Pellet Charger - Federal Ammunition

Position: Machine Operator / Pellet Charger - Federal Ammunition
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** Job Description
** 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.

The Charger / Operator will be responsible for maintaining a productivity level that is in continuous support of the departmental production schedule while maintaining quality and safety standards established for the operation.
* ** Pellet Charger ½ shift:
** To put primer mix in primer cups or Rimfire shells accurately and timely to meet production schedules.
* ** Operator ½ shift:
** Monitor the quality of the operation's output; make adjustments to keep the operation within specification, but only to the extent that it can be accomplished effectively and efficiently without the assistance of the Adjuster or Maintenance Mechanic.

Experience a preview of what a Charger Operator at Federal Ammunition does by checking out the following video:

This position reports to the Factory Operations Supervisor and is based out of our Anoka Location.
** Shift Information:
** Potential openings on the following full-time shifts:
* ** Shift Q:
** 6pm-6am, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Thursday.
* ** Training (first 6-8 weeks)
- ** will be held on a different shift
** Pay Information:
** 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!
**** Experience you bring:
*** 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
** You might have:
*** Mechanical experience, demonstrated mechanical ability or strong desire to learn mechanical operations through on-the-job training or other technical training
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* What you’ll do:

** Pellet Charger:
* 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.
* Maintain the charge table and work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
* 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.

Operator:
* Monitor the quality of the operation's output on an ongoing basis; make adjustments to keep the operation within specification, but only to the extent that it can be accomplished effectively and efficiently without the assistance of the Adjuster or Maintenance Mechanic.
* 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.
* Maintain a productivity level that will ensure on-time delivery of product to customer (inside or outside the company).
* Actively participate in the Natural Work Team process in department.
* Monitor work area to ensure that all safety precautions are being taken: make sure area is kept neat and orderly; follow all established safety rules and procedures; and report all safety hazards/issues or potential safety problems to supervisor immediately.
* 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.
** Physical Requirements**:

Charger:
All duties are done while standing.  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.
Extension of arms at shoulder level and rotation of shoulder and forearms to transfer pellets from charge plate to cups or shells.  Manual dexterity and fingering to remove defects from charging plate. Occasional lifting, pushing and manipulating (waist and shoulder area) of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Near vision to visually inspect cups and shells for defects.  Must have normal color vision.

Operator: A majority of time spent sitting, standing or moving about depending on specific operation.  Frequent reaching, handling, fingering and manual dexterity to assemble,…