Production Machine Technician (2nd/3rd Shift)

Winchester Ammunition; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition in Oxford, MS is seeking a Production Machine Adjuster/Adjuster Trainee to set up, adjust, and operate production machinery.

Two shifts are available: 2nd shift 3:30pm–11:30pm or 3rd shift 11:30pm–7:30am, with onboarding on 1st shift before transitioning.

Pay varies by level: Trainee starts at $20.52/hour; Adjuster III starts at $22.23/hour rising to $23.27; Adjuster II starts at $23.78 rising to $24.82 after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One year of full-time related experience; manufacturing setting preferred.
• Experience operating mechanical equipment; hands-on experience with diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues preferred.
• Experience with power and non-power hand tools and quality measuring devices.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, including overtime.
• Must pass a functional physical test and wear required PPE.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Performance throughout overall hiring process will determine position level.
• Must pass physical, drug screen, and background check; orientation and training on 1st shift before transitioning.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple machines simultaneously; Troubleshoot and repair production equipment; Clean out and clear machine jams on hoppers.
• Transport raw material from storage area to production areas via forklift or other production type transportation devices.
• Use hand tools to make mechanical adjustments and repairs on production machinery.
• Complete machine change-over and set-ups utilizing quality specifications for various products including changing dies and related parts as needed.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other quality measuring devices to measure and record production part outer diameter and visually inspect material with computerized equipment.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing concepts to ensure that quality meets the customer's standards and satisfaction.

Job description

Winchester Ammunition in Oxford, MS is seeking a Production Machine Adjuster/Adjuster Trainee to set up, adjust, and operate production machinery.

Two shifts are available: 2nd shift 3:30pm–11:30pm or 3rd shift 11:30pm–7:30am, with onboarding on 1st shift before transitioning.

Pay varies by level: Trainee starts at $20.52/hour; Adjuster III starts at $22.23/hour rising to $23.27; Adjuster II starts at $23.78 rising to $24.82 after 90 days.