Machinist

GWYNEDD•Quakertown, PA

23d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

SSK Firearms is a precision OEM firearms manufacturer based in Quakertown with a legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance dating back to 1977. Today, SSK Firearms continues to push the boundaries of precision engineering in the firearms industry. With a partnership with Geissele Automatics, the company has expanded its manufacturing capabilities while maintaining a deep commitment to quality and excellence. Working at SSK means joining a team dedicated to precision, innovation, and continuous improvement in a highly skilled, collaborative environment where each employee plays a key role in bringing industry-leading products from concept to completion. We are currently looking for a CNC Machinist to join our team. This individual will be responsible for taking a part from print to shipment, owning the entire machining process from programming through inspection, production, and packaging. This position is a key team member and is critical to our daily operations. The right candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and thrives in an environment where ownership, accountability, and craftsmanship matter.

Requirements

Experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and tolerances
Experience creating inspection plans and First Article reports
Strong understanding of tooling, gaging, and fixturing
Experience working in a high-tolerance manufacturing environment
Comfortable owning parts from print to shipment
Strong attention to detail and documentation
Ability to work independently in a small-team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in firearms or defense manufacturing
Experience in OEM machining environments
Forklift certification or experience

Responsibilities

Analyze engineering drawings and develop the manufacturing process.
Program parts based on the approved method for the selected CNC machine.
Create inspection plans for each job.
Develop tool and gage lists and order required items.
Set up machines and run first pieces.
Complete First Article Inspection Reports and coordinate independent verification.
Run production and continuously improve cycle time and process efficiency.
Perform in-process inspections and complete labor transactions.
Identify, document, and control non-conforming material per work instructions.
Update and maintain all controlled documentation (programs, inspection plans, tooling lists).
Maintain close communication with Engineering and Supervision.
Maintain a clean, organized machine and work area.
Perform scheduled machine maintenance.
Monitor tooling inventory and order replacements as needed.
Perform facility housekeeping.
Receive incoming materials and place items into inventory.
Maintain accurate inventory counts.