CNC Trainee

FT / PT Full-timeDescription

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 TRAINEE

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:

Participate in the CNC Training Program to learn machinist duties associated with production of components for pistols, revolvers and rifles. Operate computer numerical controlled machines to fabricate parts. If necessary, load parts into machine as well as cycle machines and detect malfunctions in machine operations such as worn or damaged cutting tools. Run production lots, communicate with co-workers regarding production runs, and maintain safe, organized and clean work environment.

Once the training program is completed, trainees are expected to have achieved intermediate skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and CNC machining, following all prescribed methods and procedures. These skills will require performing and sharing goals as part of a participative work team, regardless of assigned shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Once trained, essential duties for this position include the following - other duties may be assigned:

Performing all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilitiesSetting-up CNC equipment by installing and adjusting three and four jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming fixturesLoading feed mechanism by lifting stock into positionVerifying settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work pieces including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches ; adhering to international standards; manipulating and interpreting a variety of bench gauging (micrometers, calipers, pins, snap gauges, indicators, height gauges (micro-height, etc)) and adjusting CNC accordinglyMaintaining specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes; using a variety of both CNC tool holders and cutting toolsMaintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulationsMaintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairsMaintaining continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs; managing a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper); multi-tasking -- normal workload is operating 6-10 CNC machinesDocumenting actions by completing production and quality logsUpdating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publicationsAccomplishing organizational goals by accepting ownership, accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishmentsPerforming other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Supervisor or other designated individual; problem solving in order to keep machines operatingBeing actively involved and willing to complete all training requirements to advance skills and proficienciesMonitoring and verifying quality in accordance with work instructions, statistical process or any other variances of control procedures prescribed for certifying or testing equipmentWorking with all floor supervisors and lead people, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backsWorking with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality productRegular attendance (as defined in our policies) is required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience, Competencies and EducationCompletion of vocational academic program or a machining skills certification program preferredPrevious experience in machine shop or CNC environment preferredMust have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment preferredAfter training position will move to a nights spot in any department or crew.Must take and pass a math and mechanical aptitude testExcellent 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 preferredLanguage SkillsMust have working command of the English languageMust be able to read, write and interpret the English languageMust be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)Computer SkillsBasic computer skills preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registration N/A

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

All trainees will be required to complete any assigned technical, administrative, EH&S, compliance/regulatory and interpersonal training programs to become a working team memberTo advance level of proficiencies and skills, trainees will be required to complete technical and core training requirements through traditional methods, online training and hands-on training, as prescribed by each supervisor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twistMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Mandatory wearing of certified safety glasses and hearing protectionThe 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 footwearAll employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasksMay be required depending on position:Involvement in the hearing conservation programWearing of safety certified shoes/bootsParticipation in the stretching program if applicable

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 lightingWork 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

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