Manufacturing Specialist (Formax Tech)

Remington; Lonoke (AR); On-site; USD 84,042,000 - 97,912,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company 6% match

Company-paid life and disability 보험

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition assistance and skill develop.*

Employee assistance and wellness

Advancement opportunities across The K

Employee discounts and product program

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Remington Ammunition is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Specialist to support Cold Header Shell production equipment. You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-speed machinery while ensuring quality, safety, and uptime.

Collaboration with maintenance and production teams will drive efficiency and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with industrial maintenance, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to work on a 4 day 7 shift operation schedule.
• Capable of safe work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Cold Header Shell Manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair high-speed production machinery and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment tracking transactions.
• Assist with machine setup, adjustments and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance and leadership to resolve equipment/process challenges.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies including LOTO.
• Cross-train across multiple manufacturing cells and work overtime as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC‑controlled equipment

Schematic reading

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pay Range

Hourly Rate: $29.33 - $34.17

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.

Location

Lonoke, Arkansas

Shift Information

12-Hour Rotating Night and Day Shift; National Pay Range: $29.33 - $34.17 per hour

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company 6% match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance and skill development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Opportunities for advancement across The Kinetic Group family of brands
• Employee discounts and product purchase programs, where applicable
• A safety-first culture focused on teamwork and respect

Role Overview

Remington Ammunition is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Specialist to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our Cold Header Shell manufacturing equipment. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy working with advanced production machinery, solving equipment issues, and contributing to a high-performing manufacturing team.

What You'll Do

• Operate and maintain Cold Header Shell Manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair high-speed production machinery and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Perform required quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications.
• Complete maintenance records, production documentation, and equipment tracking transactions.
• Assist with machine setup, adjustments, and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to resolve equipment and process challenges.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement initiatives, and 5S workplace organization standards.
• Maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Prioritize maintenance activities while supporting production goals and performance metrics.
• Cross-train and develop proficiency across multiple manufacturing cells.
• Work overtime as required to support business needs.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work any of a 4 day 7 shift operation schedule.
• Ability to safely perform work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, military maintenance, automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or related mechanical experience.
• Technical school, trade school, apprenticeship, military technical training, or maintenance certification.
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, motors, and industrial production systems.
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

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

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this role, employees are frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration, elevated temperatures, and ammunition manufacturing processes. The work environment may occasionally include exposure to humidity, chemicals, and varying temperatures. This position requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear. Noise levels within the facility may be high.

Physical Requirements

• Vision correctable to 20/20, including normal color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform mechanical tasks in varying positions.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Ability to handle tools, equipment, and small components requiring manual dexterity.

Benefit Highlights

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Gun Control Act Requirements: It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.

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.

Remington is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by law. The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Remington and its affiliates will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.