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Laser Engraving Technician I

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.

Position Summary: The Laser Engraving Technician I will be responsible for performing daily activities associated with the manufacture of machined components and assembly processes at SIG SAUER's firearm facilities. This position will provide technical services involving basic tool design, programming and setup of specialized marking and finishing equipment, technical input for work instructions, and production floor level problem solving and data collection.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working with Manufacturing Engineers to implement manufacturing processes in the plant.
• Responsible for the upkeep of tooling and fixture maintenance repairs.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, sketches, and drawings. Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Familiar with manufacturing processes for firearms product designs.
• Assist with procuring replacement tooling and equipment for legacy products to meet production schedules.
• Evaluate and improve legacy product designs for manufacturability while applying basic dimensional stack-ups.
• Provide detailed technical services in one or more of the following areas on a daily basis to the production floor.
• Programming for marking processes such as laser and mechanical routers.
• Programming of robots such as the robotic finishing cell.
• Setup of roll marking machines.
• Machine and Tool Design.
• Metal finishing.

• Carry out new systems and processes to successfully implement into full production.
• Assist with machine runoffs for new capital equipment per machine specifications.
• Recommend and implement alterations and enhancements to improve quality of legacy products, procedures, and the output and quality of legacy manufacturing processes.
• Work with setup personnel and Manufacturing Engineers to troubleshoot and fix day-to-day production issues on legacy products. May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement tasks.
• Participate in 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2-5 years of related technical experience.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of SOLIDWORKS or similar CAD system.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret part specifications.
• Must be able to execute multiple tasks necessary to meet job duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to work in a team.
• Quality of work must be very high.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form. Written and verbal communication of technical subjects is required.
• Organization of documentation and record keeping shall be to a high standard.
• Must be able to quickly learn a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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