Full-Time

Quality Assurance Gage Coordinator

The Kinetic Group

The Kinetic Group

201-500 employees

Major manufacturer and distributor of ammunition.

Compensation Overview

$24.62 - $35.77/hr

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Anoka, MN, USA

In Person

Thursday through Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., plus overtime as needed.

Category
Manufacturing Quality & Test
Required Skills
Metrology
Quality Assurance (QA)

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Experience, knowledge, and understanding of current inspection and ballistic test methods, procedures, and equipment are required.
  • Verbal and written communication and documentation skills are required.
  • Ability to use computer hardware and software is required.
  • Blueprint reading skills are required.
  • Problem-solving skills are required.
  • Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively is required.
  • No disciplinary action at a Report of Conference level or above in the last 12 months is required.
  • The ability to work with minute calibration tolerances, analyze data, handle interruptions, initiate and prioritize multiple tasks, apply math to gage design, prepare daily reports, and interact with work teams is required.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing-floor environment with noise, vibration, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, moving equipment, flammables, and explosives is required.
  • Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including reaching, handling, manual dexterity, lifting up to 20 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally, stooping, kneeling, and visual inspection, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Order and deliver new in-process inspection, raw material inspection, and other quality assurance gages.
  • Oversee approved changes to existing gages.
  • Calibrate gages as required and maintain accurate calibration records.
  • Collect requested-gage information from supervisors or engineering staff, determine availability, and initiate and follow through on new gage orders.
  • Build new gages as parts are received from the machine shop.
  • Clean and calibrate gages and weight scales in the Shotshell, Rimfire, Centerfire, and Primer Plant areas.
  • Repair or rebuild damaged or worn gages.
  • Order spare parts needed for gage repair and work with engineers and production on gage design.
  • Use a personal computer to maintain gage calibration, cleaning, and repair records.
  • Coordinate with personnel in other departments to complete work within established guidelines.
  • Observe and enforce safety and housekeeping rules and take corrective action on unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards.
  • Inspect tools and machine parts made by outside vendors or the in-plant machine shop against blueprints using inspection instruments.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience and knowledge in building and repairing gages.
  • Post-high-school education in an applicable field of study.
  • Understanding of statistical process control methods.
  • Metrology training or experience.
  • A good safety record.

The Kinetic Group manufactures and designs ammunition for sports shooting, personal defense, law enforcement, and military use, with a portfolio of well-known brands such as Federal Premium, Remington, and CCI. It designs, mass-produces cartridges and components, and distributes them to customers worldwide. The company differentiates itself through its broad product range, established brands, and global distribution network. Its goal is to expand manufacturing capabilities and global reach, improving supply resilience and serving both civilian markets and defense customers after its acquisition by the Czechoslovak Group.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beaverton, Oregon

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • The FBI awarded a $77.4 million rifle-ammunition contract in June 2026.
  • CSG's 2026 ownership adds capital, global channels, and defense-industry reach.
  • Fiocchi's addition and the Ozark center-of-excellence expand shotshell capacity and premium mix.

What critics are saying

  • A 2026 child lead-exposure lawsuit targets Federal Cartridge, threatening brand trust.
  • HEVI-Shot's Oregon-to-Missouri relocation risks disruption, talent loss, and customer fill-rate misses in 2025.
  • Foreign ownership invites political backlash; future DOJ or CFIUS scrutiny can constrain acquisitions.

What makes The Kinetic Group unique

  • Federal, Remington, CCI, Speer, and HEVI-Shot create unmatched small-caliber breadth.
  • CSG kept all brands and plants, preserving American manufacturing under one owner.
  • A 3,800-person footprint across Minnesota, Arkansas, Idaho, Oregon, and Missouri supports scale.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

The Firearm Blog
Jul 14th, 2026
Federal & Remington awarded FBI rifle ammo contract for 4 bullet types.

Federal & Remington awarded FBI rifle ammo contract for 4 bullet types. by Adam Scepaniak Published: July 14th, 2026 Federal, Remington, and a lot of the ammunition brands under The Kinetic Group (TKG) umbrella are known for securing military and government ammo contracts. Now, TKG is announcing once again that they have secured a rifle ammunition contract with the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) for 4 types of rifle ammo. Federal @ TFB: For this most recent contract with the FBI, Federal was able to secure three categories of ammunition while Remington was able to win one. All of these deliverables are quite unique compared with offerings The Firearm Blog might see on the civilian market, or a normal brick 'n mortar gun shop. * Duty - Federal Tactical Bonded 5.56mm 64 Grain * Training Reduced Lead - Federal Modified Jacketed Soft Point 5.56mm 64 Grain * Jacketed Frangible - Remington Disintegrator Lead-Free 5.56mm 55 Grain * Non-Jacketed Frangible - Federal Ervin BallistiClean RHT 5.56mm 45 Grain A Word from The Kinetic Group (TKG) on the Newly Secured FBI Contract "Anoka, Minnesota - June, 2026 - The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently awarded Federal and Remington Ammunition - both part of The Kinetic Group (TKG) - one of the largest law enforcement contracts in TKG's history. The contract is valued at $77.4 million. Federal was chosen to be the sole supplier in all four of the rifle product categories, including Duty, Training Reduced Lead, Non-Jacketed and Jacketed Frangible ammunition. Remington, along with additional technology from HEVI, paired to provide the fourth product category in Jacketed Frangible ammunition. Delivery is expected to begin in 2026. "This is a tremendous honor for our company. All our brands are humbled and excited to build and deliver ammunition to the FBI. It is one of the most prestigious contracts ever awarded in our long-established company history," said CEO Jason Vanderbrink. "To receive an award in all four of the requested categories is an accomplishment we are extremely proud of. This is a great source of pride for our highly skilled American workforce dedicated to engineering and building the most advanced ammunition in the world."" None of the 4 aforementioned ammo flavors are listed on Federal or Remington's website. All four varieties are specialized offerings specifically devised for this contract. As always, let The Firearm Blog know all of your thoughts about Federal, Remington, The Kinetic Group (TKG), and their newly secured FBI Ammunition Contract in the Comments below! The Firearm Blog always appreciate your feedback and engagement. Recent articles TFB weekly web deals 195: deals for July 13th, 2026 folds of honor launches limited-edition america 250 merch collection unbreakable? Not quite: common AK failure points POTD: natural holly and satin hard chrome done right new BASELINE belts from safariland and haley strategic silencer saturday #440: A special integral upper from The DEA archives the rimfire report: master chief's favorite .22? FarrowTech's FT-M kit. Adam Scepaniak Managing Editor, AllOutdoor.com Staff Writer, OutdoorHub.com Staff Writer, TheArmoryLife.com Staff Writer, Tyrant CNC Smith & Wesson Certified Armorer Glock Certified Armorer Firefighter/1st Responder Mayor of St. Joseph, MN

Outdoor Wire
Apr 2nd, 2026
Federal Ammunition and Affiliate Brands Receive Top Award from Rural King

Federal Ammunition and affiliate brands receive top award from Rural King. The Kinetic Group (TKG) was recently named Rural King's Sporting Goods Vendor of the Year. TKG's Senior National Account Manager, Eric Labelle, accepted the award from Caesar Girod, Senior Buyer, Jeff Krogmann, Vice President of Hardlines, and John Leonauskas, Executive Vice President of Merchandising at Rural King's 2026 Annual Vendor Summit in Mattoon, Illinois. "We are proud of our close partnership with Rural King," said Labelle. "By navigating challenging market conditions together, we've ensured that TKG's ammo brands remain available to sportsmen and women across rural America. We are truly honored to receive this recognition from the Rural King team." The Rural King Vendor of the Year award is the top recognition given to a supplier that demonstrates excellence in supporting Rural King's retail operations, which include farm, home, and sporting goods. TKG was specifically recognized for its dedication to excellence, growth, and support of its product offerings. The award recognizes partners who enhance Rural King's ability to provide quality products at good prices to customers in the rural communities they serve. "This award is a recognition of the hard work that both Rural King and TKG put into the business through planning and execution," said TKG's Senior Retail Sales Director, Jake Marolt. "These efforts help ensure high in-stock rates, seasonal end cap strategies, educational-based consumer marketing, increased collaboration, targeted 'Rudy' offers, and set us apart as a trusted strategic partner." TKG's Federal Ammunition and affiliate brands engineer and manufacture the most accurate, powerful, and reliable ammunition in the world. TKG is a member of the Ammo+ Division of the industrial-technological group CSG, a dynamic group of more than 100 manufacturing, development, and trading companies based in the U.S. and Europe. Learn more at www.thekineticgroup.com. Federal Ammunition products are available at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on all Federal products and to sign up for notifications about new product availability, rebate promotions, and other brand news via email, visit www.federalpremium.com.

USA Shooting
Aug 7th, 2025
The Kinetic Group Adds Fiocchi of America, Relocates HEVI-Shot to Missouri

Fiocchi will join a well-known group of TKG brands that includes CCI, Federal, HEVI-Shot, Remington and Speer.

The Kinetic Group
Apr 29th, 2025
New Era for The Kinetic Group as Ownership Changes Hands

We’re excited to call the Czechoslovak Group (CSG) the new owner of The Kinetic Group!