Toolmaker I

About the Role

SIG SAUER, Inc., a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, and more, is seeking a Toolmaker I to join their team. This role involves setting up and operating machine tools to produce precision parts, providing support to senior Toolmakers, and collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to all tool room team members.
• Assist prototype team members as requested.
• Fabricate simple jigs and fixtures to complete assigned jobs with supervision.
• Determine fabrication process and sequence with minimal assistance.
• Work in a 2D environment to tolerances of +/- .001.
• Keep a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with supervision regarding problems and corrective actions.
• Participate in 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain the area through sustainment activities.
• Follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Maintain regular on-site attendance and punctuality.
• Work in other functional areas and/or facilities as needed.
• Work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Applied Science or Machine Tool preferred.
• 3-5 years of previous machining experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding and ability to apply geometry and trigonometry.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding blueprints and Geometric Design and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience in advanced milling, turning, grinding, machine programming, CAD/CAM, metrology, quality control, fixture design and fabrication, EDM, heat treatment, and OSHA is a plus.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, indicators, and gaging equipment.
• Basic knowledge of troubleshooting machinery and metallurgy.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Working Conditions

• Primarily standing for 90% of the shift, except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts vary between 8, 10, and 12 hours.
• Exposure to a typical manufacturing environment.
• Frequent standing, sitting, stooping, squatting, walking, and stair climbing.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Use of fine motor skills and ability to grip, reach, pull, and turn tools.
• Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where necessary.
• Compliance with EH&S training and SIG SAUER security mandates.

SIG SAUER is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.