Olin Winchester, LLC (“Winchester”), considered one of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturers, is seeking a Machine Shop Specialist - Hourly. This position will be located at the East Alton, IL facility. The starting wage for a Machine Shop Specialist is $38.27/hour. With a reputation steeped in tradition, we have earned the moniker, ‘The American Legend’ by delivering on our commitment to excellence in everything we do – including staffing our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with diverse, energetic employees. Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity and join our quest for the best.

Essential Functions*:

• Manual conventional lathes/mills, machine shop equipment as required including chrome plate, heat treat, gauges, and inspection.
• Strong math and blueprint reading.
• Machine parts as needed.
• Interpret schematics and equipment manuals.
• Assist with process improvement and initiate change.

Position Requirements*:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 2 years of recent related heavy industrial machining/tool machining required. Recent related experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of using Micrometers, calipers, hardness testers, and optical comparators.
• Ability to utilize various hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, and sledgehammers.
  
• Individual must be multi-tasking, detail-oriented, and have the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry 75 lbs.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
  
• Current schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Must also be willing to work weekends and forced overtime.
  
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires 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

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:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective on the 1st day of the month following 60 consecutive days of service
• Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
• 401(k) with an employer match and retirement contribution account
• Vacation Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Why Winchester?

• 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.