ARC Plant Technician Operator 4C/D Night shift,

Remington; Lonoke (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one healthcare

Parental leave

401(k) match

Career development

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Remington Ammunition seeks an ARC Plant Technician to operate and maintain equipment used in lead reclamation, shot production, hazardous waste processing, and recycling operations at our Lonoke, Arkansas facility. You will perform changeovers, troubleshoot production issues, and support safe, efficient operations.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role requires a high school diploma and at least one year in manufacturing or related production, with strong mechanical aptitude and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, mechanical, or related production experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Capable of reading and following written/verbal instructions.
• Basic math and data entry skills; ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in lead remelting, shot production, hazardous waste processing, and recycling.
• Perform machine setup, changeovers, and equipment adjustments.
• Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and safely operate tools.
• Maintain production/process records and support process development.
• Mentor teammates and assist with training.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow safety, environmental, quality and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Equipment repair

Safety awareness

Reading instructions

Data entry

Teamwork

Independent work

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazardous Waste Certification prep

Job description

Pay Range: Starting Hourly Rate: $27.34 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.

Schedule Details: 4C/D Night shift, Level 4; 4-Shift Work Schedule 4:00 PM- 4:15AM Hourly Rate: $27.34 - $33.16 The actual hourly rate 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.

Remington Ammunition is seeking an ARC Plant Technician. In this role, you will operate and maintain equipment used in lead reclamation, shot production, hazardous waste processing, and material recycling operations. You will perform equipment changeovers, troubleshoot production issues, complete preventive maintenance activities, and help ensure safe, efficient operations across the ARC facility. This position plays a critical role in supporting production goals while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager and is based out of our facility in Lonoke, Arkansas.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate equipment used in lead remelting, lead shot production, hazardous waste processing, and recycling operations.
• Perform machine setup, changeovers, and equipment adjustments to support production requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Safely operate forklifts, hand tools, acetylene torches, and other equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate production and process records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with process development and testing activities when needed.
• Mentor and assist team members in training.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and company policies and procedures.

What You Bring:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least one year of manufacturing, industrial maintenance, mechanical, or related production experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs.
• Basic math and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and completing electronic forms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.
• Ability to obtain Hazardous Waste Management certification/training within six months of hire.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator, and meet medical qualification requirements.

You Might Also Bring:

• Experience operating industrial processing equipment.
• Forklift certification or experience operating powered industrial vehicles.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, recycling, foundry, metals, or hazardous materials environment.

Why Remington?

Since 1816, Remington has been one of America’s most iconic names in the shooting sports and ammunition industry. Join a team committed to carrying forward a proud legacy of quality, innovation, and American manufacturing while helping write the next chapter of a brand trusted for generations.

Why Join The Kinetic Group?

At The Kinetic Group, we’re proud to build some of the most trusted brands in the outdoor, defense, law enforcement, and sporting industries, including Federal Premium, CCI, Speer, Remington, HEVI, Fiocchi, and B&P. As part of the Ammo+ division of Czechoslovak Group (CSG), a global industrial and technology company with operations across defense, security, automotive, aerospace, and rail industries, we offer the stability of a global organization while maintaining the strong local culture and community focus of our manufacturing facilities. Backed by the strength of CSG and powered by some of the most respected brands in the industry, The Kinetic Group provides employees with the opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career with a company committed to long-term growth and investment in its people. Our success starts with our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing competitive pay, strong benefits, a safe work environment, and opportunities to grow your career. Whether you’re experienced in manufacturing or looking to build new skills, you’ll join a team that values hard work, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement. Many of our supervisors, managers, and leaders began their careers on the production floor and advanced through dedication, training, and experience. If you’re looking for a stable career with a company that invests in its employees and recognizes their contributions, we’d like to hear from you.

Work Environment:

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.

Benefits:

• day-one healthcare coverage
• company-paid parental leave
• a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%
• career development opportunities
• education assistance
• paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally

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Working Together to Make it Better is the phrase we use to highlight the importance of a team environment. We value and entrust every one of our members to help influence the business in the right direction. Every employee should be trained how to successfully do their jobs, encouraged to reach their desired level of growth within the company, and coached to be responsible for results and continued improvement. A team built with members passionate about embracing change and trying to constantly get better will ensure we will be around for another 200 years.

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