Production Associate - 3rd Shift

Sturm, Ruger & Co.; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Profit sharing

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

Sturm, Ruger & Co. is seeking a Production Associate to support front‑line production in a high‑volume environment. You may operate CNC turning/milling machines, assist with assembly, and perform duties as assigned.

Candidates should demonstrate attention to detail, dexterity, and teamwork, with willingness to work overtime and occasional Saturdays. The role offers growth opportunities and a benefits package including 401k, profit sharing, medical/dental/vision, FSA, life insurance, and

Qualifications

• Previous machine operator or high volume, medium mix manufacturing environment experience.
• High School Diploma, Preferred, But Is Not Required.

Responsibilities

• Front line production responsibilities with flexible assignments.
• Operate basic to complex machines, including CNC turning and milling, and assembly work.
• Maintain visual alertness, hand dexterity and attention to detail.
• Be flexible, adaptable to changes, and willing to work overtime and occasional Saturdays.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communications

Taking Initiative

Mechanical Aptitude

Time Management

Dependability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

If you are a current Ruger employee, please

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. 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.

Exposure To

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

Skills / Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Communications
• Taking Initiative
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Time Management
• Dependability
• Teamwork
• Flexibility

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, 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.

Preferred Skills

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.