3rd shift Maintenance Mechanic B

Savage Arms•Westfield, MA

About The Position

Headquartered in Westfield, Massachusetts, with a location in Lakefield, Ontario, Savage has been producing firearms for more than 125 years. Savage is one of the world's largest manufacturers of hunting, competition and targeting shooting centerfire and rimfire rifles, and shotguns. Our firearms are best known for accuracy, performance and innovation. The entrepreneurial spirit that originally defined the company is still evident in its ongoing focus on continuous innovation, craftsmanship, quality and service. Learn more at www.savagearms.com. We currently have an opening for a Mechanic B in our Maintenance Department. In this position the Mechanic B is responsible to perform all maintenance and repair trade functions such as: repair, build, move machinery and mechanical equipment: fabricate parts; maintain internal and external systems and facilities.

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates all machine shop equipment to fit machine or fabricate a wide variety of complex parts
Uses precision measuring instruments, hand and power tools.
Reads blueprints, drawings, sketches, and interprets OEM technical manuals.
Performs basic electrical systems work.
Performs all welding functions as required.
Trains and directs the work of lower mechanics. Recommends action in complex situations.
Observes safety rules and safe work habits.
Observes proper procedures ensure quality work.
Detects and reports any unusual or defective conditions.
May perform other related duties as assigned.
Make recommendations for improvement.