Manufacturing Specialist; Formax Tech

Hourly Rate: $29.33 - $34.17

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.

Lonoke, Arkansas

12-Hour Rotating Night and Day Shift;
National Pay Range: $29.33 - $34.17 per hour

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company 6% match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance and skill development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Opportunities for advancement across The Kinetic Group family of brands
• Employee discounts and product purchase programs, where applicable
• A safety-first culture focused on teamwork and respect

Remington Ammunition is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Specialist to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our Cold Header Shell manufacturing equipment. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy working with advanced production machinery, solving equipment issues, and contributing to a high-performing manufacturing team.

• Operate and maintain Cold Header Shell Manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair high-speed production machinery and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Perform required quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications.
• Complete maintenance records, production documentation, and equipment tracking transactions.
• Assist with machine setup, adjustments, and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and leadership teams to resolve equipment and process challenges.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement initiatives, and 5S workplace organization standards.
• Maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Prioritize maintenance activities while supporting production goals and performance metrics.
• Cross-train and develop proficiency across multiple manufacturing cells.
• Work overtime as required to support business needs.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work any of a 4 day 7 shift operation schedule.
• Ability to safely perform work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute within a team environment.

• Three (3) or more years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, military maintenance, automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or related mechanical experience.
• Technical school, trade school, apprenticeship, military technical training, or maintenance certification.
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, motors, and industrial production systems.
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Since 1816, Remington has been one of America's most iconic names in the shooting sports and ammunition industry. Join a team committed to carrying forward a proud legacy of quality, innovation, and American manufacturing while helping write the next chapter of a brand trusted for generations.

At The Kinetic Group, we're proud to build some of the most trusted brands in the outdoor, defense, law enforcement, and sporting industries, including Federal Premium, CCI, Speer, Remington, HEVI, Fiocchi, and B&P. As part of the Ammo+ division of Czechoslovak Group (CSG), a global industrial and technology company with operations across defense, security, automotive, aerospace, and rail industries, we offer the stability of a global organization while maintaining the strong local culture and community focus of our manufacturing facilities.

Backed by the strength of CSG and powered by some of the most respected brands in the industry, The Kinetic Group provides…