Lead Technical CNC Machine Operator II

Job Description

Job Description

Technical Lead, CNC Machine Operator II

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: The CNC Technical Lead must guide the machining department and team of CNC Machine Operators responsible for manufacturing a family of parts or products.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assign duties.
• Analyze work orders to estimate workers’ hours and create machining schedules, setup/staffing plans that meet both internal and external needs.
• Review planning dispatch reports and prioritize schedule to ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Ensure raw material, tooling, and work orders available to meet anticipated production schedule.
• Plan the flow of materials through the department and develop the physical layout of machines according to work orders.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet department standards.
• Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Direct team members in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products that fail to meet standards.
• Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of the product.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, and Set-up teams to optimize product capability and department throughput.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase the efficiency of the shop, department, or work crew.
• Analyze and resolve technical problems or assist team members in resolving technical problems.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Lead department training when integrating new parts, equipment, or team members.
• Contribute to department machining output as time and priorities allow.
• Regular on-site attendance/punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• Performs 5s audits as required.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent, or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year certificate from college, technical school, or equivalent and/or 5-8 years of Machine Operator III experience level.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Advanced machining skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment, share information, respect and assist other team members.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in writing.

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.