Production Machine Adjuster

Olin Winchester, LLC (“Winchester”), considered one of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturers, is seeking Production Machine Adjusters for multiple shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shifts. This position will be located at the Oxford, Mississippi facility. Adjuster Trainees start at $18.53 per hour with an increase to $22.40 per hour for Adjuster II positions.  

Adjuster Essential Functions*: 

• Operate multiple machines simultaneously.
• Transport raw material from storage area to production areas via means of forklift or other production type transportation devices.
• Use various hand tools to make mechanical adjustments and repairs on production machinery.
• Use various calipers, micrometers, and other quality measuring devices to measure and record production part OD length including visual inspection of material utilizing computerized equipment.
• Clean out and clear machine jams on hoppers.
• Complete machine change over and set ups utilizing quality specifications for various products including changing dies and related parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair various production equipment.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing concepts to ensure that quality meets the customers standards and satisfaction.  

Adjuster Trainee Position Requirements*: 

• Ability to properly identify a variety of mechanical problems; one (1) year related experience preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) continuous year of recent work experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with the use of hand and power tools required.
• Must be able to attend orientation and training on 1st shift (7:30am – 3:30pm) before transitioning to either 2nd shift (3:30pm-11:30pm) or 3rd shift (11:30pm - 7:30am) primary assignment. Training could take up to 6 weeks to complete.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including weekend hours.
• Proficient in English language with reading, writing, and speaking.

Adjuster Physical Demands and Work Condition Requirements*:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass a physical, drug screen and background check if job offer is received and accepted.
• Ability to pass a functional physical testing and be able to use standard safety equipment and wear all required personal protective equipment (in extreme hot/cold environments).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• Successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Preferred Qualifications for Adjuster II:

Adjuster II roles require the ability to set up, adjust and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to properly troubleshoot mechanical issues and any malfunctions on industrial machines with precision and accuracy. Please note to be considered for an Adjuster II position, you must have the requirements above and the following additional qualifications.

• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct a variety of mechanical problems.
• Two (2) years related experience.

What’s in it for you? 

While many of our employees have worked at Olin for their entire career, we constantly strive to bring new people with new points of view into the company.  Your career is important to us, and we work with you to create development plans that help you achieve your career goals. 

Our employees enjoy the following employment enhancements and more:

• Paid parental leave and additional leave programs
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective on the first day of the month after 30 days
• Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
• 401(k) with an employer match and retirement contribution account
• Volunteer Paid Time Off Program 
• Diverse Employee Networks   
• Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Who we are.  

Winchester is one of three proud business units of Olin Corporation.  Olin began in 1892 and has steadily grown to become an industry leader in both ammunition and chemicals manufacturing.   Winchester, Olin Chlor Alkali Products & Vinyls and Olin Epoxy employ approximately 8,000 professionals in more than 20 countries with customers in nearly 100 countries around the globe.    

*This list is not intended to be all inclusive. 

*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US.  

Olin is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Salary : $19 - $22