Job Description
We have one opening for an Advanced Programmer/Operator of a CNC LaserStar w/Rotary Axis and a GG3, Three Axis CNC Mill.
This position will be filled within this range based on education, skills, knowledge, abilities and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at a higher level.
Responsibilities:
- Program, set up and operate the CNC machine tools listed above to modify/manufacture firearms, parts and assemblies.
- Perform shop calculations utilizing intermediate knowledge of material characteristics to determine optimum feeds, speeds, and dimensions.
- Operate related shop equipment, hand tools, and measuring instruments to meet quality control requirements and expectations.
- Perform shop math calculations utilizing intermediate knowledge of material characteristics to achieve required finishes, dimensions, and overall design intent. This includes Geometry, Algebra and Trig functions.
- Design and fabricate fixtures and jigs to be used during a variety of manufacturing processes for accurate and consistent repeatability and quality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Responsibilities:
- Establish and plan techniques and procedures to carry out technical assignments and set task priorities.
- Solve complex technical problems.
Qualifications:
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOJ Certificate of Eligibility (COE) which requires U.S. citizenship.
- High school diploma plus four or more years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to perform machining operations involving CNC machine tools, also related manufacturing, and measuring equipment.
- Intermediate knowledge of ASME Y14.5M drafting standards (read and interpret blueprints) to produce parts and assemblies.
- Intermediate knowledge of a wide variety of materials and manufacturing processes including some difficult to machine and exotic materials.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and provide solutions or alternate approaches to manufacturing problems using individual judgment and creativity.
- High level knowledge of CNC programming, machining, and planning, including CAD/CAM
- Understanding of safety awareness and safe working practices.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate tactfully and effectively in a technical environment.
- Ability to work overtime, various shifts and or weekends to accomplish goals.
We are committed to an inclusive culture that values the diversity of our workforce, enabling our employees to apply their skills knowledge and abilities to create solutions for innovative firearm design.