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American Outdoor Brands Corporation CNC Trainee in Springfield, Massachusetts
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 responsibilities
Setting-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 fixtures
Loading feed mechanism by lifting stock into position
Verifying 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 accordingly
Maintaining 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 tools
Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
Maintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
Maintaining 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 machines
Documenting actions by completing production and quality logs
Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
Accomplishing organizational goals by accepting ownership, accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Performing other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Supervisor or other designated individual; problem solving in order to keep machines operating
Being actively involved and willing to complete all training requirements to advance skills and proficiencies
Monitoring and verifying quality in accordance with work instructions, statistical process or any other variances of control procedures prescribed for certifying or testing equipment
Working with all floor supervisors and lead people, 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 in our policies) is required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience, Competencies and Education
Completion of vocational academic program or a machining skills certification program preferred
Previous experience in machine shop or CNC environment preferred
Must have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment preferred
After training position will move to a nights spot in any department or crew.
Must take and pass a math and mechanical aptitude test
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 preferred
Language Skills
Must have working command of the English language
Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)
Computer Skills
Basic 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 member
To 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, twist
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Mandatory wearing of certified safety glasses and hearing protection
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
All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks
May be required depending on position:
Involvement in the hearing conservation program
Wearing of safety certified shoes/boots
Participation 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 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
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 responsibilities
Setting-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 fixtures
Loading feed mechanism by lifting stock into position
Verifying 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 accordingly
Maintaining 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 tools
Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
Maintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
Maintaining 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 machines
Documenting actions by completing production and quality logs
Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
Accomplishing organizational goals by accepting ownership, accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Performing other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Supervisor or other designated individual; problem solving in order to keep machines operating
Being actively involved and willing to complete all training requirements to advance skills and proficiencies
Monitoring and verifying quality in accordance with work instructions, statistical process or any other variances of control procedures prescribed for certifying or testing equipment
Working with all floor supervisors and lead people, 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 in our policies) is required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience, Competencies and Education
Completion of vocational academic program or a machining skills certification program preferred
Previous experience in machine shop or CNC environment preferred
Must have math skills equal to that used in a machining environment preferred
After training position will move to a nights spot in any department or crew.
Must take and pass a math and mechanical aptitude test
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 preferred
Language Skills
Must have working command of the English language
Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)
Computer Skills
Basic 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 member
To 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, twist
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Mandatory wearing of certified safety glasses and hearing protection
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
All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks
May be required depending on position:
Involvement in the hearing conservation program
Wearing of safety certified shoes/boots
Participation 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 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
Revised 2/15/21
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