Lead Technical CNC Machine Operator II

SIG SAUER Careers•Rochester, NH

23h•Onsite

About The Position

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of firearms and related products. The CNC Technical Lead will guide the machining department and a team of CNC Machine Operators responsible for manufacturing a family of parts or products. This role involves interpreting specifications, creating schedules, ensuring material availability, planning workflow, and optimizing production methods. The position requires collaboration with engineering and programming teams, problem-solving, training, and contributing to department output. Regular on-site attendance and punctuality are essential. The role may involve working in other functional areas or facilities, working overtime, and performing miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Requirements

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.
Regular on-site attendance/punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

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 are 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.
Perform 5s audits as required.
May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
Miscellaneous duties as assigned.