Formax Setup

Job Description

CCI Speer is hiring an experienced Weekend Swing Shift Formax Setup . This position requires Highly proficient mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills as well as experience with heavy duty manufacturing equipment.

This position maintains machinery used in the manufacturing of centerfire cases.

$31.79 - $37.97 per hour plus shift premium, for any shift other than day shift.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Checks machines to ensure operators have tooling and sufficient parts to begin the operation. Retrieves necessary supplies.

• Performs mechanical set-up of all processes and machinery within the department (aluminum and brass products).

• Informs Technical Coordinator and/or Supervisor of impending problems and/or non-routine situations.

• Changes tooling on machines when changing from one product to another.

• Responds to operator and machinery problems on a priority basis and monitors all department processes to ensure maximum efficiency and quality.

• Enters into Win SPC any changes made to machinery or processes per Q.I. which affect Statistical Process Control (SPC) and uses SPC data as a diagnostic tool when troubleshooting mechanical problems.

• Performs all maintenance on machinery as needed, performs diagnostic troubleshooting.

• Performs preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis.

• Maintains all records that are necessary for scrap reporting, machine maintenance (DSC's), and product accountability.

• Weighs wire scrap, brass, and aluminum cases, moves to scrap storage container and then to Shipping when full.

• Polishes punches and dies as needed.

• Assists Engineers and/or machinists with special projects (work orders, prototypes, etc.)

• Assists with overall department maintenance.

• Operates all processes and machinery within the department as needed.

• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have completed a 6-12 month Formax Setup training program

• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must be able to learn department machinery and processes, and operate all machines within the department.

• Must be able to learn and understand SPC and Problem Solving Techniques and be able to use as diagnostic tools within 30 days.

• Must have a good safety record.

• Strong aptitude for troubleshooting

• Must have good housekeeping and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently without continual supervision.

• Must be able to learn to use a computer and precision measuring devices within 30 days.

• Must be certified to operate a forklift within 30 days.

• Must be able to learn to read and understand blueprints

Additional Requirements:

• Qualified candidates must be at least 18 years old, able to pass a background check and pre-employment physical & drug screen.

• Must have High School Diploma or GED

• Must not be prohibited from shipping, transporting, or possessing any firearm or ammunition under the Gun Control Act or Safe Explosives Act.

• Must not meet the definition of a prohibited person under 19 U.S.C. 922(g).

• Successful candidates must complete and pass a post-employment ATF background check and receive a letter of clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically demanding work: Position requires handling materials that vary in weight from 10 to 30 pounds on a continual basis and occasionally up to 50lbs.

• Long hours: 12 hour shifts, mostly standing

• Good vision required: Position requires good vision to inspect product for quality. Must be able to wear protective eyewear.

• Manufacturing environment: Exposure to noise is present and occasionally employees are exposed to dust and fumes. Safety equipment such as protective eyewear and earplugs are required and provided by the company.

Mental Requirements:

• High attentiveness for safety and detection of problems.

• Reading and math comprehension to understand and interpret quality information (SPC, charts, graphs, etc.), and to complete production reporting.

• Interpersonal communication skills to problem-solve and to function effectively as part of a work team.

• Flexibility to move between jobs and to handle many tasks simultaneously

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:

$31.79 - $37.97

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.

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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.

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