Manager, Machining

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**Manager Machining, Turning**

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 has over 3,400

employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four

additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to

Work. For more information about the company and product line visit:

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• Position Summary:** The Manager, Machining is responsible for managing

a team of approximately machining employees. This includes but

is not limited to adherence of delivery schedules, meeting quality

expectations, coordinating and building a team of Supervisors,

Machinists, and Operators to maximize efficiency and quality, improve

product flow, and reduce in-process lead time. Working in a team

environment, the Manager, Machining will collaborate with Quality and

Engineering as well as other areas of the business.

**FLSA: Exempt**

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee daily machining operations, ensuring efficient workflow and

timely completion of production targets.

• Establish, track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs)

across Machining to ensure alignment with goals, drive process

improvement and optimize safety, productivity, quality, and

efficiency.

• Monitor machine shop performance metrics and make adjustments to

improve productivity and reduce downtime.

• Analyze schedules and resource availability to anticipate when

overtime may be necessary to meet deadlines and production targets,

ensuring that overtime is within budget limitations.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors, machinists, and

support staff.

• Provide training, performance evaluations, and ensure a high level

of team morale and motivation by delivering clear and consistent

feedback, and addressing all employee concerns in an efficient and

fair manner

• Maintain communication between employees and leadership, ensuring

policies and procedures are well-understood.

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency,

quality, and reduce waste. Utilize lean manufacturing and Six Sigma

principles to optimize machining processes.

• Work closely with the Quality department to ensure all products meet

stringent quality standards. Implement quality control protocols,

including in-process inspections, to maintain production standards.

• Ensure that all machinery and equipment are properly maintained and

meet performance standards. Collaborate with maintenance teams for

preventative and corrective actions.

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Enforce compliance with

all company and industry safety standards.

• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions for staff.
• Develop and manage the machining departments budget, including

labor, materials, and equipment maintenance costs. Identify areas

for cost reduction without compromising quality.

• Coordinate with other departments, such as production planning,

procurement, and quality control, to ensure al gnment on production

schedules and inventory management.

• Work with vendors and suppliers to source materials and tooling,

negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of parts and

materials.

• Generate reports on production metrics, such as cycle time, machine

uptime, and scrap rates. Use data analysis to drive decision-making

and process improvements.

• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills
Junior Military Officer (O-3) with technical degree, a plus.

High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor\'s degree is

preferred, and 5-7 years of related work experience required and 3 years

of experience in leading a team, or equivalent combination of education

and experience.

Experience supporting and implementing advanced technologies including

operations setup, new equipment development, and process development.

Comfortable working in a dynamic work environment with an ability to

adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities.

Ability to address problems that are highly varied, complex, and often

non-recurring, requiring a collaborative problem-solving approach.

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