Engineering Technician - Federal

The Kinetic Group; Anoka (MN); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Day-one healthcare

401(k) match

Parental leave

Education assistance

Paid time away

Zusammenfassung

The Kinetic Group in Anoka, MN is seeking an Engineering Technician to join Product Development Engineering. The role focuses on testing, evaluating, improving processes and supporting development activities for new ammunition products.

You will work under the Manager of Product Development Engineering at our Anoka office, building and troubleshooting from concept to production, while documenting new processes and maintaining high quality standards.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 24+ months of employment at The Kinetic Group - Anoka.
• 12+ months in current position at The Kinetic Group – Anoka.
• No disciplinary action within the last 12 months.
• Working knowledge of JIT manufacturing principles and their application.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of production processes; skilled in setup and operation of production machines.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and analytical ability.
• Knowledge of gaging techniques; ability to use micrometers, calipers, gauges.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Experience in ammunition design, ballistics, firearm operation and/or related processes.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Aufgaben

• Build, test and evaluate ammunition from conception through full production.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions to design and manufacturing issues.
• Create documentation of new products and manufacturing processes.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical ability

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Just-in-Time manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Production knowledge

Technical troubleshooting

Machining equipment familiarity

Documentation skills

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree, Vo-Tech or Certification

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gaging tools

Production machines

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Pay Range:

$30.05 - $42.12

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.

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, 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.

Federal Ammunition is seeking an Engineering Technician to add to our dynamic team. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside Product Development Engineering. The technician will play a key role in testing, product evaluation, process improvement, and the execution of development activities.

This position reports to the Manager of Product Development Engineering and is based out of our office in Anoka, Minnesota.

You will:

• Build, test and evaluate ammunition from conception through full production.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions to both design and manufacturing issues.
• Create documentation of new products and manufacturing processes.
• Work independently with minimum supervision (self-starter).

You have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 24 months or more of employment at The Kinetic Group - Anoka
• Minimum of 12 months or more in your current position at The Kinetic Group – Anoka (including work preference moves)
• No disciplinary action within the last 12 months at a Report of Conference level or above
• Working knowledge of Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing principles and their application in a production environment, including materials planning, inventory management, process efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of production processes; skilled in the set up and operation of a variety of production machines
• Possess a high level of mechanical aptitude and analytical ability
• Knowledge of gaging techniques, ability to use micrometers, calipers, production gages
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Experience in ammunition design, ballistics, firearm operation and/ or related processes
• Ability to work in a team environment

You might also have:

• Knowledge of Centerfire ammunition design and manufacturing processes
• Experience with hand loading ammunition
• Experience with Bullet Assembly machines
• Experience in operating Mills, lathes and other metal working equipment
• Experience with DOEs and other statistical testing to solve complex problems
• Familiarity with ballistics processes and testing
• Associate Degree, Vo-Tech or Certification
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principals

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:

At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That’s why we offer 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 to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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