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Manufacturing Specialist (Formax Tech)

The Kinetic Group · Lonoke, AR

Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial
Posted
11 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at The Kinetic Group (industrial) in Lonoke, AR. You will play a critical role in maintaining equipment reliability, ensuring product quality, and supporting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

Tools it names
Lean, 5S, PLC
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.

Median of the low and high ends of 50 live postings that list pay, out of 825 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 670 other live manufacturing postings in the US.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $72k–$104k, from 85 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 49%
  • Tooling 40%
  • CNC 33%
  • Machining 31%

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Stands out: this posting asks for PLC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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What You'll Do

As a Manufacturing Specialist, you will play a critical role in maintaining equipment reliability, ensuring product quality, and supporting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆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.

Required Qualifications

  • ✓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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓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.

Why Remington?

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.

Why Join The Kinetic Group?

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 employees with the opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career with a company committed to long-term growth and investment in its people.

Our success starts with our people. That's why we're committed to providing competitive pay, strong benefits, a safe work environment, and opportunities to grow your career.

Whether you're experienced in manufacturing or looking to build new skills, you'll join a team that values hard work, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement. Many of our supervisors, managers, and leaders began their careers on the production floor and advanced through dedication, training, and experience.

If you're looking for a stable career with a company that invests in its employees and recognizes their contributions, we'd like to hear from you.

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Pay Range

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.

Job Description

Location: Lonoke, Arkansas

Shift Information: 12-Hour Rotating Night and Day Shift; National

Pay Range: $29.33 - $34.17 per hour

Benefits & Perks

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

  • •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.

If you have experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing operations, military maintenance, mechanical repair, or automated production environments, we encourage you to apply.

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