Manufacturing Engineer II, Ammo, Loading

Manufacturing Engineer II, Ammo, Loading

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 Manufacturing Engineer II, Ammo, Loading will use their engineering talent to design, develop, effectively implement, and constantly improve production processes to manufacture elite, world class ammunition for the consumer, law enforcement, and military markets. This role will focus on, but is not limited to, ammunition manufacturing.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify safety improvement opportunities and implement solutions.
• In coordination with Quality Engineering, establish, update, and maintain control plans for in process steps of ammo manufacture including the design and build of gages to verify product quality and master verification of inspection systems.
• Work with Operations personnel to identify root causes and resolution of issues affecting daily operating equipment efficiency (OEE).
• Analyze performance data to identify continuous improvement opportunities. Utilize lean or Six Sigma principles to implement efficiency improvements and maintain the gains.
• Conduct formal cost savings analysis using established procedures.
• Design, develop, and modify touch tooling to improve tool life, product quality, or equipment efficiency through use of SOLIDWORKS and Agile software.
• Work with Quality Assurance to improve process control using statistical methods to maintain low or zero defects on the line. Develop and control trouble shooting methodologies and data.
• Develop and implement processes, and production line layouts to support a lean production environment including Kanban replenishment methodologies especially concerning tooling consumption.
• Provide budgetary estimates for equipment, tools, gages, and production rates as required.
• Work with R&D Engineers to ensure a seamless transition of new products in development to full industrialization, including the procurement of tooling and equipment for new products to meet launch timelines and cost targets.
• Work collaboratively with the in-house automation team to receive, start-up, and assimilate newly built production equipment and meet key performance indicators. This includes executing turnkey runoffs per SIG SAUER machine specification requirements.
• Generate new machine specifications with the guidance of Engineering Lead or Supervisor.
• Review 3D models and prints for accuracy and manufacturability while applying GD&T and performing dimensional tolerance stack up analysis.
• Collaboratively create work instructions for the production processes. Effectively implement work instructions through training, communication, videos, or other techniques.
• Provide consultation on problem solving teams and complete assigned tasks per agreed upon timelines.
• Recommend and implement techno logical alterations and enhancements to improve the quality of products, and/or procedures, and the output and quality of manufacturing processes. Maintain research, activity documentation, and prepare reports.
• Perform as a technical leader for equipment Operators and Technicians.
• Participate in 5s workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 3-6 years previous work experience.
• Experienced in Technical support of high speed (>100 parts per minute) assembly equipment.
• Experience working in an Energetics or Class II Division I or Division II environment.
• Familiarity with Hygienic Machine design requirements pertaining to combustible powders.
• Actively pursue certification in Shainin Red X and/or Six Sigma.
• Practical, hands-on experience with equipment, machining, and/or fabrication.
• Experience in trouble shooting and root cause analysis of mechanical systems in a production environment.
• Experience in 3D Design CAD of tooling and working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) ASME Y14.5M-2009.
• Design experience using SolidWorks CAD.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Basic working knowledge of monday.com. Experience in using data analysis programs.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Self-motivated with ability to drive work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to time manage and support multiple projects simultaneously and drive to complete on time.
• Organization of documentation and record keeping shall be to a high standard.
• Aptitude for detail with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of hunting, shooting sports, firearms, or ammunition reloading.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• 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.