AutomationElectricial Technician Manufacturing – Federal Ammunition

Pay Range:

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.

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 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.

As the Electrician Technician you will have the opportunity to assist or independently maintain and trouble-shoot the electrical systems of the plants that provide power for machines equipment lighting and facilities in the most efficient manner. Support electrical/electronic systems providing improved machine operations product quality and overall plant performance.

This position reports to the Operations Manager and is based out of our Anoka Location.

Openings on the following shift:

• Shift Q: 7:00pm-7:00am Friday Saturday Sunday and every other Thursday plus overtime as needed (training may take place on another shift)
• Shift P: 7:00am-7:00pm Friday Saturday Sunday and every other Thursday plus overtime as needed (training may take place on another shift)

Experience you bring:

• Registered unlicensed electrician or able to achieve within 30 days
• 2 years experience in industrial or manufacturing electrical environment
• Demonstrated ability to read interpret and troubleshoot using electrical schematics wiring diagrams ladder logic and machine control drawings in a manufacturing environment
• Experience tracing electrical and control system faults using electrical prints and schematic documentation
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude preferable in a manufacturing environment
• Proven troubleshooting skills with the ability to systematically diagnose electrical and controls issues rather than relying solely on component replacement
• Experience performing root cause analysis of equipment failures and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurring issues
• Good verbal and written communication skill
• Experience and ability to work independently under minimal supervision a self-starter
• Resume provided with application documenting how minimum and additional qualifications are met
• Willingness to work with others and open new ideas or techniques

You might have:

• 2-year degree/diploma in controls electrical electronics electro-mechanical program or related program
• Personal computer and mainframe interaction skills
• Journeyman or Master Electrical License
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley Products (Servo PLC VFD HMI)
• Knowledge in 3 Phase
• Knowledge of NEC and UL508A
• Demonstrated 2 years experience in the design implementation AND REPAIR of electrical control control systems PLCs and electronics

What youll do:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical controls and automation issues by utilizing schematics technical documentation PLC diagnostics and systematic problem-solving techniques
• Repairs or rebuilds motors control systems or other equipment as necessary.
• Maintains shop equipment and working areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Functions as an electrical/electronic resource and works to improve the knowledge of others as appropriate.
• Participates and supports continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills.
• Observes all applicable safety rules and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to supervisors.

Physical Requirements: Frequent lifting up to 10 pounds with occasional lifting pushing and pulling of weights up to 50 pounds. Walk Stand Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling required. Must have normal depth perception capability due to operation of maintenance cart.

Mental Requirements: Majority of the time is spent identifying the problems that need repair by listening and talking with other associates. Reading and attention to detail required. Must be flexible and have the ability to cope with stress from multiple job assignments and deadlines as well as constant interruptions from the telephone and pager.

Equipment Used: Operation of maintenance cart computer cell phone pager.

Working Environment: Incumbent subject to fumes dirt dust mist and gases when in plant. Regular production floor work causes exposure to mechanical/electrical equipment hazards. Approximately 90% of the time spent work with or around others.

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.

Benefits:

At The Kinetic Group we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. Thats why we offer day-one healthcare coverage company-paid parental leave a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6% career development opportunities education assistance and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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