3rd shift CNC Operator

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:

Working under minimum supervision, makes complete and partial setups and operates any of the CNC machines to blueprints, sketches, or instructions on all work within the scope of the machine. Presets tooling utilizing setting gauges and/or pictorial instruction.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Uses and selects gauges and gauging fixtures to ensure quality of the product. Offsets tooling to meet part specification.
• Loads work, sets and positions tools, correcting and repositioning, as required. Manually enters machining instructions, if required. 
• Reads blueprints, uses precision measuring instruments. Follows specific safety and operating procedures.
• Tears down setups and returns as a group: tools, attachments, and gauges for crib storage. Replaces work tools.  
• Cleans and oils machines and maintains coolant/lubricant levels as required.  
• Transport material and supplies within the area.  Operates machine as required.  
• Maintains standard level of production output given normal level of production interference.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.  May perform other related duties as assigned. May train others on how to perform this work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Use of hand tools and inspection measuring equipment.

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.