Material Handler - Federal Ammunition

Remington Arms; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Vision

Disability and life insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Gear discounts

Job summary

Federal Ammunition in Anoka, MN is seeking a Material Handler to safely move materials between locations and support production. You will transport finished goods, WIP, and raw materials on a timely basis, and communicate shortages to supervision. Training on forklift operation is provided as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, keeping work areas clean, and assisting with related duties. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to manage time efficiently.
• Ability to adapt quickly to unforeseen events.
• Act in a polite and courteous manner to fellow employees.
• Must be able to remember locations.
• Demonstrated safety first attitude.
• Capable of operating forklift (we will train).
• Good numerical recognition and comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Transport completed products, work-in-process, raw material and scrap between operations and warehouses on a timely basis.
• Inform supervisor when materials are unavailable or delayed.
• Serve as liaison between supervisor and co-workers.
• Keep forklift and battery in good condition.
• Observe safety and housekeeping rules.

Skills

Time management

Adaptability

Team player

Attention to safety

Questioning attitude

High numeracy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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-Shot, 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.

The Material Handler is responsible to safely transport materials between locations on a timely basis to assure a continued flow of raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods. Support to production is the primary objective. Experience a preview of what a Material Handler at Federal Ammunition does by checking out the following video: https://youtu.be/ja7EJXodEQA

This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and is based out of our Anoka Location.

Shift Information

Weekend Night (Q) Shift: 7pm - 7am (or 6-6 depending on department placement) Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Thursday. Training will likely be held on a different shift

Compensation Information

$24.25/hour + applicable shift differential with the first 90 day increase to $26.49 and additional increases every 90 days based upon performance, up to $34.02.

What you'll do:

• Transport completed products, work-in-process, raw material and scrap between operations and also to and from warehouses on a timely basis.
• Informs supervisor when materials are unavailable or won't be available immediately.
• Serves as a go-between with supervisor and co-workers.
• Keeps forklift properly maintained and battery charged.
• Observes all applicable safety and housekeeping rules and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to supervisor.
• Demonstrates respect for Federal property and facilities including, forklifts, raw materials, WIP, racking, etc.
• Maintains general housekeeping by sweeping non-production areas and using mechanical sweeper and mechanical scrubber.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience you bring:

• Must be able to manage time efficiently
• Ability to adapt quickly to unforeseen events
• Act in a polite and courteous manner to fellow employees
• To reasonably be able to know where a product should be
• Must ask questions when unsure of what to do
• Must be able to remember locations
• Demonstrated safety first attitude
• Capable of operating forklift (we will train, no previous experience required)
• Good numerical recognition and comprehension
• Ability to understand instructions
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively within a work team
• Computer experience, or willing to learn
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to multitask and organize workload
• High School Diploma or GED is required

You may have:

• Forklift experience
• Material handling experience

Physical Requirements:

• 95% Constant moving, driving forklift, getting on and off forklift as many as 100 times per shift, pushing or pulling hand trucks with loads up to 1000 lbs., ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly, stooping, bending, walking. Near vision, far vision, depth perception and field of vision for safety.
• 5% paperwork and equipment maintenance.

Mental Requirements:

• High attention to safety
• Reading and math comprehension
• Good memory
• Ability to read a basic floor layout map
• Accurately prioritize the needs and wants on floor to keep it running smoothly and efficiently.

Equipment Used:

• Fork lift and mechanical sweeper and scrubber.

Working Environment:

Work environment is a factory. Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, vibration, moving objects, mechanical equipment hazards, and chemicals. Work is most often done with and around others as an individual in this position. Supervisor and Group Lead are available for questions.

Overtime is required on an as needed basis.

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.

Pay Range

$24.25 - $34.02 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.

Benefits

• medical and dental
• vision
• disability and life insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• tuition reimbursement
• gear discounts
• the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.

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:

• (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;
• (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.

For the past 100 years, Federal has produced the world’s best ammunition at our Anoka, Minnesota headquarters. Innovation—in action, ideas and technology—has been an integral part of that success. That's why we have a team-oriented work environment that encourages employees to participate at all levels of the decision‑making process. From planning to measuring results, Federal makes sure employees have the freedom to be creative, enjoy their jobs, and make a difference.

Mission Federal's mission is to build better ammunition in America to create community, power defense and conserve our heritage.

Culture Federal believes in the power of people working together in creative and supportive ways. That's why we have a team-oriented work environment. We want all of our employees to be a part of our company. And for us, that means participating at all levels of the decision‑making process. From planning to measuring results, Federal makes sure employees have the freedom to be creative, enjoy their jobs, and make a difference.

We work hard, but have a lot of fun, too.

Benefits Federal offers competitive industry wages and a benefits package that starts Day 1, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K savings plan with a generous company match—plus discounts on Federal and affiliated brand products including Remington Ammunition, CCI/Speer and HEVI-Shot®.

Working At Federal A Century Of Authority: https://www.federalpremium.com/100years.html

Equal Opportunity Employer Federal Ammunition 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.

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Federal Ammunition and its affiliates will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.