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Description
Mechanical/Dimensional Inspector III
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 Mechanical Dimensional Inspector III is responsible for all aspects of quality inspection of the company's products including full understanding of CMM use to include basic programming. The position performs a wide variety of complex inspections in the production process including routine and non-routine visual, dimensional, mechanical, test and functional set-ups and inspections, has the ability to recognize trends and report on them, provides production support; data collection and analysis, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, and has the ability to train all aspects included in level III to co-workers and workplace organization and safety.
FLSA: Non-exempt
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Efficient/effective planning and performance of complex precision inspection for determination of product acceptability, in accordance with company standards.
- Review inspection data to assure integrity and investigate/resolve discrepancies found during part inspection.
- When required to lead the MRB in resolution of issues, contact of supplier (internal and external) and notification of customer (internal and external) of resolution.
- Using the company operating system to generate inquiries, perform movement of material, create job routings, inspection sheets, and any other documents required to perform job duties.
- Development, documentation, and implementation of expedient methods of inspection in order to maintain product flow in accordance with company directives. This includes developing fixtures, gauges and the training of lower-level inspectors in their use.
- Correct operation-programming of advanced measurement systems from OEM (original equipment manufacturer) written instructions and/or training.
- Using corrective action system and subsequent follow up process to resolve deficiencies found during job function.
- Correct loading test in and operating CMM (Coordinate Measurement Machine) with established programs. This includes basic programming, verifying downloads, and communicating results, and training others as required.
- Assuming administrative duties in the absence of supervision in order to comply with company directives.
- Communicate effectively to supervision regarding problems and corrective action.
- Seek and act upon ways to improve daily work processes to enhance quality and productivity and satisfy customer needs and expectations; look for cost reduction and service improvements; eliminate unnecessary or low priority work; initiate and encourage others to resolve impediments and act on improvement opportunities.
- Regular on-site attendance/punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
- May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
- May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
- Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Education/Experience & Skills:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 5+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficiency with surface plate layout techniques with traditional measuring devices (e.g., indicators, height gages, calipers, micrometers).
- 5 to 7 years as level three inspector with a minimum of 1 year of experience operating GOM-Atos, 3 years CMM, 5 years Starrett HDV.
- Drawing reading, including working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances.
- Knowledge and experience with use of CMM. Use of Zeiss CMM systems and basic programming knowledge a plus.
- Basic MS Word and Excel skills.
- Rudimentary knowledge of components, assemblies, and product form, fit and function.
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.
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