3rd shift Swinger/Lockup

Job Description

Job Description

Headquartered in Westfield, Massachusetts, with a location in Lakefield, Ontario, Savage has been producing firearms for more than 125 years. Savage is one of the world's largest manufacturers of hunting, competition and targeting shooting centerfire and rimfire rifles, and shotguns. Our firearms are best known for accuracy, performance and innovation. The entrepreneurial spirit that originally defined the company is still evident in its ongoing focus on continuous innovation, craftsmanship, quality and service. Learn more at

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PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

Following specified assembly methods to properly lock up such parts as frames, receivers, breech bolts, slides, ejectors, top snaps and related screws and pins by making simple fits using hand and light power tools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ream, tap, file noncritical parts and make simple adjustments or alignment of parts for free working and proper fit.  
• Uses such hand tools and holding fixtures as necessary, selects proper gauges and component parts, stamps code letters and numbers on finished work. 
• Make simple tests of completed subassemblies following prescribed procedures and limits of acceptance. 
• Following prescribed repair guidelines, makes repairs to rejected barrel/receiver subassemblies, as assigned. 
• Maintains standard level of production output given normal level of production interference.
• Transports and maintains materials and supplies within area as required.  
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area. Maintains equipment as required.   
• Follows specific safety and operating procedures. 
• May train or instruct others how to perform this job.  
• May perform other related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Job requires knowledge of and adherence to safety procedures. Must be able to use hand tools and power tools as required. May train or instruct others how to perform this job. May perform other related duties as assigned. 

Savage Arms is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.