Test Technician

Test Technician I

1st Shift

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, air guns, 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. 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 I 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.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Must follow all required ISO procedures, comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements, and adhere to SIG SAUER, Inc. security mandates.
• Must be able to travel.
• Miscellaneous duties as.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Associate degree preferred, High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. security mandates.

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.