Production Machine Adjustor Trainee - Midnight Shift

Winchester Ammunition; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Fertility Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Vacation Eligibility

Paid Holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition in East Alton, IL is seeking a highly motivated Shotshell Heading Production Machine Adjustor II Trainee to learn to operate, change over, and maintain heading machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, adherence to safety procedures, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and flexibility to work the midnight shift; ITAR/data access vetting is required and sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Advanced mechanical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Flexibility to work other shifts, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform changeovers to multiple Shotshell Heading machines.
• Use various handheld tools to perform machine adjustments and changeovers.
• Conduct quality checks and ensure all processes meet established standards.
• Safely operate a stand‑up forklift.
• Inspect product for defects and follow all quality procedures.
• Follow all safety requirements, including PPE usage and lockout/tagout.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Tools

Forklift experience

Stand‑up forklift

Job description

Winchester Ammunition in East Alton, IL is seeking a highly motivated Shotshell Heading Production Machine Adjustor II Trainee to learn to operate, change over, and maintain heading machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, adherence to safety procedures, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and flexibility to work the midnight shift; ITAR/data access vetting is required and sponsorship is not provided.