Machine Shop Attendant

Machine Shop Attendant

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, 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 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work.

Position Summary:

The Machine Shop Attendant is responsible for processing parts and raw materials throughout the organization. Machine Shop Attendants handle a variety of materials and products.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load and unload material in the machine shop. Material may be moved to and/or from racks, skids, or carts.
• Able to read work orders and follow oral instructions of the Lead and/or Supervisor in order to deliver the correct material to the machine shop.
• Product is brought to appropriate location using material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and dollies.
• Remove cutting waist from the CNC machines, replacing full hoppers with empty ones, and loading smaller bins into the large storage bins.
• Maintain cleanliness around the work area as well as throughout the shop.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• 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.
• Participate in 5s workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent, related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This is an entry level position. No prior work experience is required.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not a requirement of this position.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must be able to work under the direction of a Lead or Supervisor.
• Must be able to follow established safety procedures.
• Expected to help meet and exceed predetermined daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.