WHO WE ARE

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental & Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Investment 401K Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PTO & Holidays

Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance Program

Banking Services

Employee Product Discounts

NRA Membership

Service Awards

CNC OPERATOR

Shift: 6:00pm-6:00am

Please Note: This position will be based in Springfield, MA and is unaffected by the company's move to TN and reconfiguration of the operational footprint.

JOB PURPOSE:

Perform machinist duties associated with production of components for pistols, revolvers and rifles. Operate computer numerical controlled machines to fabricate parts. Machinists are expected to have achieved advanced skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and advanced CNC machining.

ESSENTIAL DUITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performing all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilities

Setting-up CNC equipment

Loading feed mechanism

Verifying settings and adjusting

CNC accordingly

Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations

Maintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements

Managing a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper)

Ability to manage a normal work load operating 6-10 CNC machines

Documenting actions by completing production and quality logs

Working with all floor supervisors and team leaders, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backs

Working with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality product

Regular attendance (as defined by our policies) is required

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & COMPETENCIES

High School/GED preferred

Associate's degree and/or equivalent experience in related discipline preferred

1-3 years related experience is preferred (typically a CNC certification requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training)

CNC certification preferred

Knowledge of CNC controls (ie: Fanuc, Yaznac, Mazak, Okuma), with experience operating Mazak, Mori Seiki, Matsuura, Okuma, Haas, Tsugami (Swiss Turn), and Citizen Screw machines

Experience running CNC vertical and horizontal milling machines with 4 and 5 axes, and lathes with 7 and 9 axes

Experience with off-line tool setter (Parlec helpful)

Ability to interpret CMM reports and adjust CNC accordingly

Knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and the ability to adjust machines to a chart

Must have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment

Must have and demonstrate excellent conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation skills, supply management, tooling, coordination, inventory control, attention to detail, and judgment

Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)

Basic computer skills preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twist

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required: Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor. The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.