Production Associate - 5th Shift

Production Associate

Starting wage is based on experience and shift. In addition to a base wage, every associate is eligible for quarterly profit sharing!! Various shifts are available and off shifts include additional shift differential pay.

Join the team that is part of an American Tradition! Ruger Firearms is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. We are looking for dedicated individuals with all levels of production experience who would like to join our team of associates building American made firearms. Our associates will have the opportunity to receive benefits that include a 401k contribution, quarterly profit sharing*, medical, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage.

The right candidate must possess a positive attitude and a strong ability to work with others to further the Company's core values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.

Exposure to:

• Lean Manufacturing
• Daily Kaizen Participation
• High Volume Manufacturing Environment

Skills / Competencies:

• Attention to Detail
• Communications
• Taking Initiative
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Time Management
• Dependability
• Teamwork
• Flexibility

Position Summary:

A Production Associate is responsible for front line production needs. Basic to complex machine operation is required. This may include the operation of CNC turning and milling machines, assembly work and other duties as assigned. Visual alertness, hand dexterity and attention to detail are necessary. The ideal candidate must be flexible and adaptable to change in assignments, and be willing to work overtime and an occasional Saturday, if required.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous machine operator or high volume, medium mix manufacturing environment experience.
• High School Diploma, preferred, but is not required.

Are you interested, but unsure if you meet the qualifications? We will provide on the job training for motivated candidates.

Physical Demands:

• Associates are frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position can involve sitting, walking and lifting up to 40 pounds several times throughout the day.
• Job is performed standing all day.
• Job requires substantial movement/motion with regard to walking, bending, lifting, grasping and applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palms.

Requirements:

• You must be a minimum of 18 years old, and able to pass both a background and drug screen.

This position offers an opportunity for growth once certain criteria have been met according to our Ruger Associate Development (RAD) plan.

*Quarterly profit sharing for associates is based on the Company's profits earned for the quarter. Visit our website at Ruger.com/investor relations to view earnings statements.