Production Engineering Technician - High-Volume Mfg

Winchester Ammunition; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition in Independence, MO is seeking an Engineering Technician – Production to set up, operate, and maintain production machinery while supporting engineering and process improvements. Ensures product quality, equipment reliability, and safe operation in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include machine setup, routine maintenance and troubleshooting, assisting with tooling adjustments and data collection, and maintaining accurate production records with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical education preferred.
• 3 years’ hands‑on mechanical experience; automated machinery/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with blueprint reading and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to own machine performance, product quality, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate machines to meet production requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Support engineers with process improvements, tooling adjustments, and data collection.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments to ensure quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and adhere to safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Data collection

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical education preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Winchester Ammunition in Independence, MO is seeking an Engineering Technician – Production to set up, operate, and maintain production machinery while supporting engineering and process improvements. Ensures product quality, equipment reliability, and safe operation in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include machine setup, routine maintenance and troubleshooting, assisting with tooling adjustments and data collection, and maintaining accurate production records with