Tool Setter I

Tool Setter I

Job Category: Operations Requisition Number: TOOLS006604

Posted: April 21, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Newington, NH 03801, USA

Description

Tool Setter I

1st Shift

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. For more information about the company and product line visit:

Position Summary:

Support machining with all tooling requirements to maintain production in the factory.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Disassemble and clean used or broken tools.
• Assemble new cutting tools in holders using provided documentation.
• Pre-stage cutting tools and store in tool organizer cabinets/racks to support all machining processes.
• Communicate all tooling requirements to outside vendors and suppliers to ensure adequate inventory is maintained.
• Provide training to staff members in the operation of the various equipment, tools, and other job-related tasks in the area.
• Ensure all required fixture and tool components are in good working condition and backups are available.
• Maintain the tool setting area up to companywide 5-S initiatives.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years' experience with CNC Machining and milling machine cutting tools required
• Proficient in Windows OS

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.

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