Pull-down Operator

Winchester Ammunition; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision from Day 1

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off including Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Olin is seeking a Pull-down Operator for the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, MO. You will safely run machinery that disassembles ammunition and perform routine maintenance checks.

The role requires basic troubleshooting, the ability to lift 35–40 lbs and work a 4x10 night schedule. Starting pay is $22 per hour with benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) match, and PTO. Security vetting and ITAR access rules apply.

Qualifications

• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use power and non-power hand tools.
• Stand for prolonged periods and lift 35-40 lbs, push up to 1,000 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor pull-down equipment and machinery; perform mechanical adjustments and repairs.
• Perform visual inspections to ensure manufacturing specifications are met.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks and report issues promptly.

Skills

Basic troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Stamina to stand long shifts

Team lifting and equipment use

Job description

Title: Pull-down Operator

Location: Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, Independence, MO

Starting Salary: $22.00/hr

Schedule: 4x10's NIGHTS Mon-Thur 6:00PM-4:30AM.

Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision available on Day 1. 401(k) Match and Retirement Contribution Account. Paid Time Off including Holidays. Tuition Assistance Program.

Focus: The Pull-down Operator is responsible for safely running machinery that disassembles ammunition.

Pull-down operator Essential Job Functions:

• Operate and monitor pull-down equipment and machinery; performs mechanical adjustments and repairs to production equipment.
• Visual inspections of parts and machinery, to ensure manufacturing specifications are achieved.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and report mechanical issues promptly.

Pull-down operator Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have current driver's license.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience operating automated mechanical production type equipment preferred.
• Ability to use power and non-power hand tools.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, reach overheard, twist and bend at the waist, climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry 35-40 lbs., push up to 1,000 lbs. pounds, including team lifts and use of support devices (hand cart, pallet jacks, gondolas, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to work any shift, including weekends and overtime.

Location-Specific Requirements:

• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The US Government does not allow non-US citizens on-site at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a US citizen.

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