Electrician

Winchester; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings 8%

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition is seeking a skilled Electrician to support electrical maintenance and manufacturing operations at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, MO. You will troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install electrical systems for high-speed automated production equipment and facility power distribution.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and quality, with opportunities to work on complex control systems and support a critical manufacturing operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade/technical training preferred.
• Two+ years relevant electrician experience or three years in factory/manufacturing maintenance or related fields.
• Electrical certificate or diploma from a trade or vocational program; or relevant military electronics/maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, analyze, and repair PLCs, motor drives, and related equipment.
• Perform routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance on automated high-speed production lines.
• Repair electrical switchgear and distribution systems and install wiring per NEC standards.
• Read and follow wiring diagrams and engineering drawings; ensure safe, compliant installations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Safety compliance

Industrial electrical systems

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school certificate or diploma

Electrical certificate or related training

Tools

PLC knowledge

Motor drives

Job description

Electrician

Location: Independence, MO

Join the Team That Supports America's Warfighter! Winchester Ammunition is seeking a skilled Electrician to support electrical maintenance and manufacturing operations at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical systems supporting high-speed automated ammunition manufacturing equipment, facility power distribution, and production operations. The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial electrician who can diagnose complex electrical and control issues while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and equipment reliability.

Salary: Starting Pay: $32.76 per hour with potential to earn up to $37.63 an hour depending on experience.

Shift: Dayshift and nightshift available. Must be flexible and willing to work weekends and cover overtime as needed.

Shift Differentials: Weeknight Shifts ($.70 per hour)$1,500 sign-on bonus; $750 paid after 90 days and $750 paid after 180 days.

Outstanding Benefits Effective Day One

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Up to 8% company contribution toward retirement savings
• 80 hours Paid Time Off
• 80 Paid Holidays hours
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, analyze, and correct various operational equipment including PLC's and motor drives with the assistance of laptops, engineering and wiring diagrams.
• Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance repair on automated high speed ammunition manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventative and emergency electrical repairs on various equipment and lighting systems.
• Perform repairs on electrical switchgear equipment and building power distribution systems.
• Runs conduit and electrical wiring to meet NEC requirements and applicable plant standards.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must meet (1) one of the following requirements:(2) two years relevant electrician experience; OR,(3) three years of relevant full-time experience in factory/manufacturing maintenance or residential/commercial construction with job duties installing electrical components; OR,Electrical certificate or diploma from an accredited trade school or vocational school; OR,Relevant military maintenance education and/or experience in electronics.
• Basic knowledge of motors (including 3 phase motors), motor controls, precision measurement and diagnostic tools preferred.
• PLC knowledge and motor drive experience preferred.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and carry them out consistently.
• Ability and willingness to work Weekends, including overtime.

Location-Specific Requirements

• Must possess a valid state driver's license and be able to obtain a government driver's license. This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required. This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. To meet the government-facility requirements, the candidate must be a US citizen.

Strong Careers Grow Here. Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

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*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.