Machine Operator

Kinsley Power Systems; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 33,227 - 37,980; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems in Independence, MO is seeking a Machine Operator to perform mechanical adjustments and operate furnaces to anneal cartridge cases. The role requires reading prints, using precision measuring tools, and safely handling heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate has experience with industrial machinery, cranes, and forklifts, with ability to work weekends and overtime as needed. Starting wage is competitive and probationary increases apply.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to read and interpret prints, schematics, and layouts.
• Ability to use measuring devices, micrometers, calibrated steel tapes, calipers, power and non-power hand tools.
• Must have mechanical equipment experience. Experience operating overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, flat beds, and tractors preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting automation equipment preferred.
• Must have full vision, including color vision.
• Ability to handle exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift and carry up to 40 pounds, push up to 800 pounds with equipment assistance, reach overhead, repeated twist and bend at waist, climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, including overtime.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license and be able to obtain a government driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Make adjustments such as turning valves, switches, moving and setting controls, furnaces, and pumps.
• Maintain proper concentration of acid, soap, and lubricant solutions.
• Operate overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, flat beds, and tractors.
• Perform root cause analysis for production, quality and safety issues.

Skills

Read schematics

Measurement devices

Tools handling

Crane/forklift operation

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Hand/tools

Job description

Title: Machine Operator
Location: Independence, MO
Salary: Starts at $24.12/hour with increase to $27.57 after 120‑day probation
Schedule: 4-10s; Eve M‑TH 6:00PM-4:30AM, Weekend Days TH‑SU 6:00AM-4:30PM or F‑M 6:00AM-4:30PM (shift assignment based on availability)
Website: Winchester.com

Focus: The Machine Operator is responsible for performing mechanical adjustments and repairs to production equipment, and operating gas or electric furnaces to anneal cartridge cases.

Responsibilities

• Make necessary adjustments such as turning valves, switches, moving and setting controls, furnaces, and pumps.
• Maintain proper concentration of acid, soap, and lubricant solutions.
• Operate overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, flat beds, and tractors.
• Perform root cause analysis for production, quality and safety issues.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read and interpret detailed prints, schematics, and layouts.
• Ability to use measuring devices, micrometers, calibrated steel tapes, calipers, power and non-power hand tools.
• Must have mechanical equipment experience. Experience operating overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, flat beds, and tractors preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting automation equipment preferred.
• Must have full vision, including color vision.
• Ability to handle exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift and carry up to 40 pounds, push up to 800 pounds with equipment assistance, reach overhead, repeated twist and bend at waist, climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, including overtime.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license and be able to obtain a government driver's license.

Location Specific Requirements

• 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. The US Government does not allow non-US citizens on-site at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a US citizen.

EEO Statement

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.