CNC Machinist

Gwynedd Manufacturing Inc.; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SSK Firearms, a precision OEM firearms manufacturer in Quakertown, is seeking a CNC Machinist to join our team. You will own the machining process from setup through inspection, production, and packaging, taking parts from print to shipment in a high-accuracy environment.

You will read complex engineering drawings, develop tooling and inspection plans, run first articles, and continuously improve cycle times while maintaining strict documentation and quality control.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience creating inspection plans and First Article reports.
• Strong understanding of tooling, gaging, and fixturing.
• Experience working in a high-tolerance manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable owning parts from print to shipment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a small-team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop tool and gauge lists and order required items.
• Set up machines and run first pieces.
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports and coordinate independent verification.
• Run production and continuously improve cycle time and process efficiency.
• Perform in-process inspections and complete labor transactions.
• Identify, document, and control non-conforming material per work instructions.
• Package finished parts and prepare them for shipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Maintain close communication with Engineering and Supervision.

Skills

CNC setup

CNC operation

Read prints

First Article Reports

Gaging & fixturing

High-tolerance manufacturing

Documentation

Independent work in small teams

Job description

SSK Firearms is a precision OEM firearms manufacturer based in Quakertown with a legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance dating back to 1977. Today, SSK Firearms continues to push the boundaries of precision engineering in the firearms industry. With a partnership with Geissele Automatics, the company has expanded its manufacturing capabilities while maintaining a deep commitment to quality and excellence. Working at SSK means joining a team dedicated to precision, innovation, and continuous improvement in a highly skilled, collaborative environment where each employee plays a key role in bringing industry-leading products from concept to completion.

We are currently looking for a CNC Machinist to join our team. This individual will be responsible for taking a part from print to shipment, owning the entire machining process from setup through inspection, production, and packaging. This position is a key team member and is critical to our daily operations.

The right candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and thrives in an environment where ownership, accountability, and craftsmanship matter.

Core Responsibilities

Production & Machining Processes

This Individual Will

• Develop tool and gage lists and order required items.
• Set up machines and run first pieces.
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports and coordinate independent verification.
• Run production and continuously improve cycle time and process efficiency.
• Perform in-process inspections and complete labor transactions.
• Identify, document, and control non-conforming material per work instructions.
• Perform secondary operations including cleaning, tumbling, and deburring.
• Package finished parts and prepare them for shipment.
• Update and maintain all controlled documentation (programs, inspection plans, tooling lists).
• Maintain close communication with Engineering and Supervision.

Facility & Support Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized machine and work area.
• Perform scheduled machine maintenance.
• Monitor tooling inventory and order replacements as needed.
• Perform facility housekeeping:
  • Sweep and mop shop floors
  • Empty trash and recycling
  • Clean restrooms and restock supplies
  • Shovel snow from sidewalks and loading docks
• Perform light facility maintenance:
  • Replace lightbulbs
  • Repair airlines
  • Replace frayed cords
• Operate fork trucks and load/unload shipments.
• Receive incoming materials and place items into inventory.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience setting up, and operating CNC machines
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and tolerances
• Experience creating inspection plans and First Article reports
• Strong understanding of tooling, gaging, and fixturing
• Experience working in a high-tolerance manufacturing environment
• Comfortable owning parts from print to shipment
• Strong attention to detail and documentation
• Ability to work independently in a small-team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in firearms or defense manufacturing
• Experience in OEM machining environments
• Forklift certification or experience

Physical And Work Environment Requirements

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may require the following over extended periods of time up to a full 8-hour work shift (excluding lunch and breaks): stand, walk, sit, squat or bend, kneel and rise, lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to — and occasionally exceeding — 50 pounds, view a computer or other digital screen, work on a computer, workstation or comparable system, and make accurate entries in such systems. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required for detailed assembly and precision work. Work may take place in areas with varying temperatures or no climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas at all times as required by company policy. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities but are always subject to safety concerns for the employee and all team members. Employer may require a physical assessment of the candidate’s ability to perform these tasks as a condition of an offer letter. Any assessment will be performed by a third-party vendor and will be reported on a pass/fail basis with no other medical information conveyed to employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SSK Firearms is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

Note: This job description reflects general duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Management may modify or assign other responsibilities as needed.

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