Manufacturing Engineer

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

A leading firearms manufacturer in North Carolina is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. The successful candidate will manage complex projects, enhance machining processes, and mentor junior team members while implementing LEAN manufacturing principles. Offering competitive compensation, health benefits, and a casual work environment, this role emphasizes integrity and innovation. A degree in mechanical engineering and practical manufacturing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical or manufacturing engineering is preferred.
• Demonstrated practical manufacturing experience required.
• CAD experience is preferred.
• CNC programming experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects and develop machining processes.
• Program CNC machines and implement quality systems.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and production associates.
• Improve processes to reduce cost and ensure quality; identify root causes.
• Mentor junior engineers and production staff; support LEAN initiatives.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem solving

Tool and gage design

Manufacturing experience

Fixture and gage design

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Mentoring

Project management

Effective communication

Education

BS in mechanical or manufacturing engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

G-code programming

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer page is loaded## Manufacturing Engineerlocations: Mayodan, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: R0003253# **If you are a current Ruger employee, please****Job Description:****Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.****Manufacturing Engineer**Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. As a full-line manufacturer of American-made firearms, Ruger offers consumers over 400 variations of more than 30 product lines.Ruger’s awarding-winning products all prove that Ruger has a rugged, reliable firearm to meet every shooter's needs. For more than 60 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Their motto, "Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens," echoes Ruger’s commitment to these principles as they work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.**Position Summary:**The position of Manufacturing Engineer will be a leader in both technical skills and Ruger’s core values, such as Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork, all while implementing LEAN manufacturing principles on our production floor. The individual must be of high integrity and maintain confidentiality at all times. This position requires a motivated self-starter that does not require daily direction to meet production goals. As instrumental members of our Manufacturing Team, the Manufacturing Engineers are expected to work collaboratively with leadership, operations, employees, and other functional areas, to promote a productive and amicable work environment. The position will also involve mentoring other engineers and occasionally summer interns.**Major Responsibilities:**Manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments using critical/Socratic thinking skills. Develop robust machining and assembly processes for Ruger products to include fixture and gage design (SolidWorks) and cutting tool selection, with the ability to produce tight tolerance components. Implement production quality systems and gauging methods. Program CNC machines using G & M-Code, CAM (Mastercam), macro programming. Continuously improve processes to reduce cost, improve capability and ensure quality; find root cause of issues and implement robust corrective actions. Use working knowledge of GD&T principles to ensure that the fundamentals of work holding, machining and gage control will meet the required design intent. Coordinate with tooling and equipment sources internally and externally during development and validation of manufacturing processes. Drive standardization throughout the plant by use of core competency teams, benchmarking, process standards and equipment checklists. Provide mentorship within the Ruger production environment to junior engineers as well as production associates when required. Support companies LEAN manufacturing initiatives.**Qualifications:*** BS in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or engineering technology preferred.* Demonstrated practical manufacturing experience* CAD experience preferred* CNC programming experience preferred, but not required* Knowledge of CNC metal cutting equipment and processes* Strong knowledge of troubleshooting manufacturing processes* Strong knowledge of problem-solving/analysis skills.* Knowledge of fixture & gage design and use* Knowledge of GD&T principles* Knowledge of capability studies, gage R&R, PFEMA, Kaizen* Strong communication proficiency, organized, detailed**Additional Requirements:**Must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen.**Salary:** D.O.E-Please include your salary requirements with your resume.**Benefits to becoming a member of our team:*** Competitive compensation package including competitive salary, profit share and bonus (bonus and profit share based on company performance)* Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision* Life and Retirement benefits including 401k match, discretionary supplemental 401k contribution, basic and supplemental life options, as well as short- and long-term disability plans* Paid Time Off (PTO)* Relocation Assistance, to qualifying candidates* Casual work environment### BENEFITS OF A CAREER AT RUGER!* Comprehensive Medical Plan* Prescription Drug Coverage* Dental Plans* Vision Care Plan* Life Insurance* Supplemental Term Life* Flexible Spending Accounts* 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% Safe Harbor Company Match* Additional 5% Supplemental 401(k) Company Contribution* Paid Time Off* Twelve Paid Company Holidays* Short & Long Term Disability Plans* Associate Discount Program* Additional Outside Vendor Discounts* Quarterly Profit Sharing for All Associates* Additional Bonus Opportunities for Qualified Positions* Travel Assistance* Resource Advisor (EAP)