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SalaryTest Technician
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SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy and is named Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
Position Summary:
The Test Technician will perform testing functions and create simple reports in the execution of basic complexity test plans. This is an entry-level position that draws on prior firearms experience, technical, and creative skills to test firearms in accordance with developed standards. This position will work in a fast paced, dynamic, team environment within the Research and Development department to provide technical and operational support in the completion of assigned projects.
- Safely and effectively operates test equipment according to manuals, work instructions, or industry standards.
- Follows simple documented test plans to execute testing of firearms, ammunition, or accessories as assigned.
- Documents raw test data and creates simple written test reports to SIG SAUER INC standards as assigned.
- Analyzes test data to provide periodic, accurate test status reports to Management as assigned with minimal support.
- Maintains qualifications to act as a Range Safety Officer to include passing First Aid/Trauma Management classes.
- Maintains range certification while always handling and shooting firearms in accordance with SIG SAUER INC policy.
- Must be able to infrequently work a varied schedule to include evenings, weekends, or holidays based on customer demands or to support organizational goals.
- Engages in and actively volunteers for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
- Participates in and sustains 5S Standards.
- Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
- Must be able to travel infrequently.
- Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma required.
- Associate degree preferred.
- 1+ years in a role that generates written reports or 1+ years in a role shooting firearms in an industrial setting required.
- Experience identifying common firearm malfunctions is required.
- Department of Defense firearm qualifications with M4, M17, M249, and M240 preferred.
- Pistol, rifle, and shotgun training certifications from a recognized firearms academy preferred.
- Ability to verbally, and in written form, express ideas clearly and professionally required.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word and able to create and edit documents with little to no support.
- Experience using and maintaining firearms is required.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas.
SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
