Machine Maintenance Technician I - 1st Shift Job Listing at SIG SAUER in Portsmouth, NH (Job ID fd633643-a358-4642-8b25-19cb974de892)

Description

Machine Maintenance Technician

1st Shift

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, air guns, 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 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary:

This individual works within the Machine Maintenance department. To perform repairs on all CNC equipment, coordinate and support plant preventative maintenance systems, implement continuous improvement activities to support the manufacturing process. The Machine Maintenance Technician reports to the Machine Maintenance Supervisor and must work well in a team environment. This individual must work well with other trades, disciplines, facilities personnel, and always keep in mind that our goal is to support manufacturing, production, and all other internal customers. This is a “hands on” position.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Machine Maintenance Tech must have the ability to accurately diagnose, Replace / repair, predict and prevent potential equipment failure to minimize down time.
• Perform immediate, reactive repairs to ensure production equipment is operational.
• This position will also perform preventative maintenance as well as help in continually developing our preventative maintenance program.
• Repairs or replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators and other machine related equipment.
• Must be able to work on several projects at a time, to meet the needs of a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to properly troubleshoot failure of mechanical components.
• Follow all required safety practices associated with the job and Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE.
• Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs timely and safely.
• Complete required daily paperwork, document parts and material usage.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist other departments when needed.
• Engages in and actively volunteers for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of maintenance experience preferably on CNC Equipment.
• Technical School or College Diploma preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm during stressful situations.
• Knowledge pertaining to maintaining production CNC mills, lathes, mill-turns, broaches, automatic tool changers , pallet systems and similar machines.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting and repair.
• Must have a strong ability to read mechanical drawings and part prints.
• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting background.
• Ability to read and follow wiring diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Control experience with Fanuc, Siemens as well as other PLC experience preferred.
• Troubleshooting knowledge and experience.
• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous.
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction.

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.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.