Production Associate - 4th Shift

Ruger Firearms; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profit sharing

Shift differential pay

401k contribution

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Ruger Firearms is seeking a Production Associate on a 4th shift schedule. Three consecutive 12-hour shifts run Friday through Sunday, 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A $3.00 per hour shift differential applies to all hours on this schedule.

Responsibilities include front line production, basic to complex machine operation (CNC turning/milling), assembly, and other duties as assigned. Must be 18+, able to pass background and drug screen; on‑the‑job training is provided for motivated candidates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred but not required.
• Willing to work overtime if required.
• Must pass background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate front line production tasks; basic to complex machine operation.
• Operate CNC turning and milling machines, assembly work and other duties as assigned.
• Be flexible and adaptable to change; willing to work overtime.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communications

Taking Initiative

Mechanical Aptitude

Time Management

Dependability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

If you are a current Ruger employee, please click here to apply internally.

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. 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, if required.

Shift Schedule & Additional Compensation

This position operates on our 4th shift schedule, which includes three (3) consecutive 12-hour shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A competitive shift differential of $3.00 per hour is provided for all hours worked on this schedule.

Preferred Skills

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

Education

High School Diploma, preferred, but 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.