Supervisor, Machining

Sig Sauer, Inc.; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SIG SAUER, Inc. is seeking a Supervisor, Machining to lead a CNC machining team in New Hampshire. You will supervise 30+ direct employees, allocate resources, and ensure production schedules meet quality and safety standards on the shop floor.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, train staff, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with company policies and labor laws. This role requires strong leadership and manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of manufacturing experience
• 1-2 years of team leadership experience
• Direct machining experience in CNC Milling or CNC Turning preferred
• Understanding of GD&T and inspection practices

Responsibilities

• Supervise 30+ direct employees including up to 6 setup employees in a growing CNC machining environment
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and protocols
• Maintain upstream and downstream communications to ensure effective shift operation and team shift transition
• Facilitate and participate in necessary training of production team members
• Allocate Machining team members to complete production schedules
• Collect and analyze production data to facilitate fact-based management
• Review payroll detail reports and make corrections in compliance with company policies
• Review timekeeping system to ensure accurate reporting of hours worked, overtime, and time-off requests
• Ensure hours processed accurately and on-time for payroll
• Monitor timekeeping practices to ensure compliance with policies and labor laws
• Collaborate with HR to address employment needs and employee relations concerns
• Interview, select, and train new team members
• Develop team members through training and advancement opportunities
• Address employee concerns and discipline as appropriate
• Provide feedback and recognize performance
• Mentor employees and discuss career progression to develop future leaders
• Maintain communication between employees and leadership on procedures and policies
• Flexible to work additional hours to meet production demands
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards
• Follow Safety and ISO procedures
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

Job description

Supervisor, Machining

2nd 3:00pm - 11:00pm

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with
industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com.

Position Summary

The Supervisor, Machining is responsible for leading, coaching and managing a team who operate a variety of machines to manufacture parts or products. They are responsible for ensuring that machining operations run smoothly, efficiently and in accordance with safety and quality standards. The Supervisor position requires 5-8 years of related experience working in a manufacturing environment with 1-2 years of experience in leading a team. They work with moderate independence in a team environment, collaborating with cross-functional team members.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise 30+ direct employees including up to 6 setup employees in a growing CNC Machining environment.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and protocols.
• Maintain upstream and downstream communications to ensure effective shift operation and team shift transition.
• Facilitate and participate in necessary training of production team members.
• Allocate Machining team members to complete production schedules.
• Collect and analyze production data to facilitate fact-based management.
• Review payroll detail reports and make corrections in compliance with company policies.
• Review timekeeping system to ensure accurate reporting of hours worked, overtime, and time-off requests. Ensure that all hours are processed accurately and on-time to
  ensure proper payroll processing.
• Monitor timekeeping practices to ensure compliance with company policies and labor laws.
• Collaborate with HR to address employment needs, resolve employee relations concerns, and coordinate necessary assistance.
• Interview, select, and train new team members.
• Develop team members through training, growth plans, and opportunities for advancement.
• Address employee concerns in an efficient and fair manner, issuing disciplinary action when deemed appropriate.
• Provide clear and consistent feedback to all employees in a timely manner, documenting performance, and recognizing and rewarding employees for striving for excellence.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to employees. Communicate with employees regarding career progression and through these discussions identify opportunities to
  develop future leaders of the organization.
• Maintain communication between employees and leadership to ensure procedures and policies are well understood.
• Flexibility to work additional hours to meet required production demands.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent required, and 5-8 years of related experience required working in a manufacturing environment, with 1-2 years of experience in leading a team. Direct machining experience in CNC Milling or CNC Turning is preferred.
• Direct machining experience in CNC Milling and CNC Turning is preferred.
• Understanding of GD&T and inspection practices.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts using all units of measure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and the ability to compile and present data in visual formats.
• Ability to present complex ideas in simple terms. Communicate about issues and concerns on the floor. Possess good listening skills.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal teams across shifts.
• Ability to "make things happen" when confronted by obstacles, being innovative, and thinking "outside the box."
• Ability to effectively delegate tasks and influence others to complete work efficiently.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.

Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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