Machine Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift

Ruger Firearms; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contribution

Quarterly profit sharing

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSA

Life insurance

Short term disability

Long term disability

Job summary

Ruger Firearms in Newport, RI is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to work with team leads and operators repairing and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment. The role emphasizes safe, efficient methods to minimize downtime and enforce environmental and safety guidelines.

You'll use hand and power tools, digital multimeters, and mechanical test equipment; duties include replacing worn spindles, hydraulic pumps, draw bars, and installing new equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform basic troubleshooting and use electrical test equipment safely.
• Follow safety rules and wear required PPE at all times.
• Able to read and apply technical manuals and safety documentation.
• Demonstrate basic fabrication skills including welding and metal work.

Responsibilities

• Repair and perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing line equipment.
• Work with team leads to minimize downtime and ensure safety guidelines are followed.
• Change out worn spindles and service hydraulic pumps and draw bars.
• Troubleshoot machinery issues and install production equipment as needed.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Technical documentation

Fabrication

Welding

Tools

Digital multimeter

Amp probes

Test lights

Fabrication equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Description:

Join the team that is part of an American Tradition! Ruger Firearms is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms and components for the commercial sporting market. We are looking for dedicated individuals who would like to join our team. 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. The right candidate must possess a positive attitude and a strong ability to work with others to further the Company’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.

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.

Position Summary:

The primary function of the Manufacturing Maintenance Technician is to workone-on-one with team leads and operators to perform repairs, as well as preventative and routine maintenance of equipment on the manufacturing line they are assigned. The work is to be completed in a safe and efficient method to ensure minimal production downtime and adherence to environmental and safety guidelines. The Maintenance Technician must have experience with hand and power tools, digital multi-meters, and mechanical test equipment. Responsibilities may include changing out worn spindles, working with hydraulic pumps and draw bars, troubleshooting machinery issues and installing production equipment.

Basic Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to use basic electrical test equipment such as digital multi-meters, amp probes, and/or test lights.
• Perform basic troubleshooting techniques such as continuity tests and voltage checks.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations, including but not limited to lockout/tag out, arc flash, wearing proper safety equipment; safety glasses, hearing protection, leather work shoes/boot, cotton clothing, etc.
• Understand the application of technical documents such as machine/equipment manuals and safety documentation.
• Demonstrate the ability to use safely, fabrication equipment, welding, torches, metal brake/shear and cutting tools.
• Possess some basic fabrication skills to include welding, hand grinding, and sheet metal.

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.

*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.