Machinist 3

Overview

We engineer and manufacture the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. We are intensely focused on providing top quality small arms solutions to our military and law enforcement communities as well as to civilians seeking premium rifles for home defense, hunting and sport shooting. Job Summary / Essential Functions: - This job is mainly one of production troubleshooting, process improvement and new program prove out until the release to production; must have a willingness to operate machinery as necessary. - Prove out new programs and machine processes safely and provide feedback to programmers, engineers and/or management as to the performance of those programs or processes. - Align machines after crashes; align/setup/prove out/conduct FAI after crash. - Assists with establishing work instructions and guidelines for operators and machinists to perform the functions of their jobs. - Participates in the company’s efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S - Quality, Delivery and Productivity. - Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - High school diploma with typically 7-10 years of prior manufacturing experience or a combination of experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job. - OR - - Two-year technical degree or approved apprenticeship in related coursework (i.e. computer numeric control mill or lathe) is a plus. - Perform at advanced level of CNC programming. - Modify or machine work fixtures, potentially under supervision of Level 4 Machinist; however, work is independent in nature. - Knowledge of 5s and lean concepts and ability to help move forward with achieving department goals. - Has knowledge of metalworking tools, workholding and other common concepts, practices and procedures within the field. - Working knowledge of machine tool programming languages (G & M codes) and blueprint reading. - Ability to understand and communicate the requirements of GD&T symbols. - Must be able to interpret machine tool programming languages (such as G & M codes) to anticipate machine action, to use “Distance to Go”, and to use feed rate and spindle speed overrides to perform troubleshooting and changeovers. - Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed. - Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills. - Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work under deadlines and pressure. Physical Requirements: - Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds. - Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc. - Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Qualifications

• High School/GED
• This is the firearms manufacturing industry. Candidates MUST be deemed capable of working in and around firearms by ATF regulations. Are you able to meet this requirement?
• Are you able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds?
• 5+ years of experience in ANY of the following:
  • CNC programming
  • GD&T Symbols
  • G&M Codes
  • Blueprint reading

• What machines (brands/types) do you have experience with?
• One of these roles is in New Product Development; what extent of experience do you have working with a new product development team?

Company

We engineer and manufacture the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. We are intensely focused on providing top quality small arms solutions to our military and law enforcement communities as well as to civilians seeking premium rifles for home defense, hunting and sport shooting.