Cell Team Associate II

Ruger Firearms; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Profit sharing

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Ruger Firearms in Earth City, MO is seeking a Production Associate to support front line production. The role involves operating CNC turning and milling machines and performing assembly work, with emphasis on attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing tasks. Overtime and occasional Saturdays may be required.

On-the-job training is provided for motivated candidates. We offer benefits including 401k contribution, quarterly profit sharing, medical, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance,

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old and able to pass both a background and drug screen.
• On the job training provided for motivated candidates.
• Previous machine operator or high volume, medium mix manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Front line production duties and basic to complex machine operation; may include CNC turning and milling and assembly work.
• Be flexible and adaptable to change in assignments; willing to work overtime and occasional Saturdays.

Skills

Detailed oriented

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Ability to take direction

Flexibility

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Leadership initiative

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Starting wage is based on experience and shift. In addition to a base wage, every associate is eligible for quarterly profit sharing!! Various shifts are available and off shifts include additional shift differential pay.

Join the team that is part of an American Tradition! Ruger Firearms is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. We are looking for dedicated individuals with all levels of production experience who would like to join our team of associates building American made firearms. Our associates will have the opportunity to receive benefits that include a

• 401k contribution
• quarterly profit sharing*
• medical
• dental
• vision
• FSA
• life insurance
• short term and long term disability coverage

Exposure To

• Lean Manufacturing
• Daily Kaizen Participation
• High Volume Manufacturing Environment

Position Summary

A Production Associate is responsible for front line production needs. Basic to complex machine operation is required. This may include the operation of CNC turning and milling machines and assembly work and other duties as assigned. Visual alertness, hand dexterity and attention to detail are necessary. The ideal candidate must be flexible and adaptable to change in assignments, and be willing to work overtime and an occasional Saturday, if required.

Skills / Competencies

• Detailed Oriented
• Strong Communication, Interpersonal & Good Listening Skills
• Ability to take direction
• Flexibility
• Problem Solving
• Troubleshooting
• Lean Manufacturing Philosophy
• Leadership Initiative
• Mechanical Aptitude

Preferred Attributes

Previous machine operator or high volume, medium mix manufacturing environment experience.

High School Diploma, Preferred, But Is Not Required.

Are you interested, but unsure if you meet the qualifications? We will provide on the job training for motivated candidates.

Physical Demands

• Associates are frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position can involve sitting, walking and lifting up to 40 pounds several times throughout the day.
• Job is performed standing all day.
• Job requires substantial movement/motion with regard to walking, bending, lifting, grasping and applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palms.

Requirements

You must be a minimum of 18 years old, and able to pass both a background and drug screen.

This position offers an opportunity for growth once certain criteria have been met according to our Ruger Associate Development (RAD) plan.

• Quarterly profit sharing for associates is based on the Company’s profits earned for the quarter. Visit our website at Ruger.com/investor relations to view earnings statements.