CNC Machine Operator I - Weekend

About the role

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years, SIG SAUER has evolved by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, it is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation, serving the U.S. Military, global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. The company also operates the SIG SAUER Academy for elite firearms instruction and tactical training. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs over 3,400 people across sixteen U.S. locations and four global facilities, and is certified as a Great Place to Work™.

Responsibilities

• Independently load parts and operate a minimum of one type of CNC equipment.
• Complete all operational processes, checklists, control plans, and procedures as required.
• Correctly identify and assemble cutting tools and tool holder assemblies based on existing process documentation.
• Learn and understand the difference between types of tool wear.
• Identify the correct start line in the program.
• Gain basic working and functional knowledge of M codes.
• Inspect parts to ensure they were machined properly, including surface finish conditions and missing features.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of the machine (with assistance) if there is an error code and escalate issues to the Lead or Supervisor.
• Complete all required inspection measurements as defined on quality control plans using hand tools, gage pins, caliper, micrometer, and Micro-Hite measurement tools.
• Properly load and run the Equator.
• Learn to read CMM reports and Equator reports and adjust parts accordingly.
• Complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner.
• Participate in 5S Workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Attend work regularly and punctually.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to set the tool to the correct height with assistance from others.
• Typically requires 90 days as a CNC Trainee and/or one (1) year of demonstrated CNC Machine Operator experience.
• Basic computer and math skills are required.
• Some experience reading drawings is helpful.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions in English.
• Must be able to convey ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately to others in English, both verbally and in written form.
• Basic ability to interpret technical drawings to ensure proper inspection of parts.

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.
• Exposure to a typical manufacturing environment with frequent standing, sitting, stooping, squatting, walking, and stair climbing.
• 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.