Machine Operator - 1st Shift Job Listing at SIG SAUER in Portsmouth, NH (Job ID 5956db44-3d65-4bf4-a690-e508f68bf1fc)

Description

Machine Operator: Finishing   1st Shift   

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, air guns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary:

The selected individual will work with small hand tools, sandblasting, and tumblers to finish mechanical parts. Must have good hand-eye coordination and have the ability to do a variety of positions within the Finishing Department.

FLSA: Non-exempt 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Regular on-site attendance/punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• Deburr parts with small hand tools to remove burrs.
• Polishes parts with handheld Dyna-Brade to remove blemishes and imperfections on parts.
• Ability to load, unload, and operate shot blast equipment.
• Scoops stainless steel media into holding tank of shot blasting equipment when necessary.
• Inspect and gauge parts.
• Ability to load and unload tumbler as well as keep parts organized by job router.
• Remove media from parts using small hand tools.
• Load and unload roll stamp machine.
• Identify which stamping equipment should be used based on part specifications.
• Operate roll stamp machine using hands and/or foot.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions in English.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must be able to convey ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately to others in English, both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to read and follow through on all required paperwork including, but not limited to routers, work instructions, and control plans.
• Basic knowledge of gauging.
• Basic knowledge and ability to deburr.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. security mandates.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protect