Machine Operator I, Cerakote

GENERAL ROBOTICS (a SIG SAUER Company)•Exeter, NH

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator I is an entry-level position intended for individuals with limited manufacturing experience. The role performs basic deburring, buffing, sanding, tumbling, and surface-finishing operations, working independently and as part of a team. Tasks may be performed in Finishing, Engraving, Cerakote, Black Oxide, and MagCell, and can include minor assembly and use of small hand tools, sand blasters, tumblers, and laser engraving equipment. The operator engraves serial numbers and other markings on SIG SAUER firearms as required or requested by customers, using laser cutting machines to meet defined output rates. Under supervision from leads, advanced operators, engineers, and supervisors, the operator uses automated and manual equipment and chemical processes to clean robots, strip coatings, run and mix coating or painting booths, and process magazine tubes. The position requires following established procedures and work instructions, supporting quality and continuous-improvement activities, maintaining an organized work area, and attending work regularly and punctually. Other functional areas, facilities, overtime, or alternate shifts may be required based on business needs. The work takes place in a typical manufacturing environment and involves repetitive tasks, mostly standing, frequent movement and bending, handling materials and tooling, and use of personal protective equipment where required. The operator must comply with exposure-related EH&S training requirements and company security mandates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and understand work instructions in English.
Ability to perform at least three of the following five tasks: assembly (Mag Cell), Goff, tumbling, bead blasting, and basic surface preparation.
Basic math skills.
Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to read and follow required paperwork, including routers, work instructions, and control plans.
Basic knowledge of gauging.
Basic knowledge of and ability to perform deburring.
Ability to work while standing for most of the shift and perform frequent standing, sitting, stooping or squatting, walking, stair climbing, reaching, bending, and kneeling.
Ability to frequently lift or move tooling, parts containers, and materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions and demonstrate fine motor skills, grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures.
Vision abilities may include close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, as well as focusing on fine print.
Must wear required personal protective equipment and comply with EH&S training requirements and company security mandates.

Responsibilities

Use hard gauging to confirm required characteristics.
Participate in assigned root cause analysis activities.
Perform bead blasting and sand blasting.
Operate tumblers according to established procedures.
Under supervision, use automated and manual equipment and chemical processes to clean robots, strip coatings, operate and mix coating or painting booths, and process magazine tubes.
Use standard laser engravers and automated laser cells to engrave non-serialized products.
Perform basic deburring, buffing, sanding, tumbling, surface preparation, and minor assembly tasks as assigned.
Participate in continuous-improvement activities as needed.
Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Participate in 5S workplace organization and maintain the work area through sustainment activities.
Maintain regular on-site attendance and punctuality.
Work in other functional areas or facilities, and work overtime or alternate shifts, as business needs require.
Perform other duties as assigned.