About the Role
Job Description 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-Shot, 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. The Facilities Maintenance Tinsmith is responsible for planning, fabricating, assembling, installing, and repairing sheet metal components and systems to support facility and manufacturing operations. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications, performing precise metal finishing and assembly using hand and power tools, and completing welding or fastening tasks. The position also supports equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations, along with other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Operations Manager and is based out of our Anoka Location Shift 5: Monday-Thursday 2pm-12am ($.55/hour Shift Differential) What you’ll do: Plans, lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs sheet metal parts, equipment, and products, utilizing knowledge of working characteristics of metallic and nonmetallic materials, machining, and layout techniques, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products. Trims, files, grinds, deburrs, buffs, and smooth’s surfaces, using hand tools and portable power tools. Welds, solders, bolts, rivets, screws, clips, caulks, or bonds component parts to assemble products, using hand tools, power tools, and equipment. Assists in maintaining manufacturing operation through the performance of machine maintenance and troubleshooting. Other work as directed. Experience you bring: Basic sheet metal experience and understanding simple layouts that deal with “tapers” “funnels” and “square to round” designs 1+ years of verifiable shop experience, or 2 years of relevant education Ability to perform at average productivity level while maintaining quality & safety standards established for the operation Demonstrated above average mechanical ability Demonstrated effective written and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrated leadership/organizational skills Ability to work cooperatively with a minimum of supervision Ability to weld, braze, and solder all types of metals (steel, aluminum, etc.) with proficiency Ability to rivet effectively Experience grinding, filing, and threading metals Welding certification or related job experience You might have: 2 year technical degree Electronic experience or education Knowledge of/experience in pneumatics, hydraulics, welding Personal computer skills Physical Requirements: Majority of the time is spent identifying the problems that need repair by listening and talking with other associates. Frequent lifting up to 10 pounds with occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of weights up to 50 pounds. Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling required for carpet installation and/or cement work. Must have normal depth perception capability. Mental Requirements: Reading and attention to detail required. Basic math required to read blueprints and working on lathe. 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 beeper. Equipment Used: Shears, welders, press brake and other metal working tools. 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 as well as burning material (welding). Some time spent doing maintenance outdoors, thus exposure to temperature changes and wetness is inevitable. Approximately 50% 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. Pay Range: $34.59 - $38.58 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. We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission! Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Gun Control Act Requirements: It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Across The Kinetic Group, we rally for the customer by fostering collaboration, sharing insights and scaling competencies. We engineer our products in ways that match the drive of the people who put them to work in the field, on the course and on the battlefield. We’re not just a name on the door — we are the people developing the products that help customers the world over. The Kinetic Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without to regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by law. The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@tkghunt.com.