Automation Engineering Technician II

Automation Assembly Technician II

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 Automation Assembly Technician II is responsible for mechanically and electrically assembling Automated and Semi Automated production equipment. Assembly includes building, wiring electrical cabinets and panels, and assembling electro-mechanical assemblies. Responsibilities also include assisting the Manufacturing and Controls Engineer during machine debug and runoffs.  Support existing automated machines to maintain factory throughput when required.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble, wire and plumb new automation equipment per the engineering drawings.
• Maintain machines, fixtures, and tooling on all Assembly Lines.
• Work with manufacturing engineering to implement new machines, fixtures, and gages.
• Support machine debugging.
• Participate on machine runoffs for new capital equipment per machine specifications. Duties include machine operations, training, and inspection.
• Assist with procuring tooling and equipment for legacy and new products to meet production schedules, launch timelines and cost targets.
• Assist with the creation, implementation, and maintenance of process documentation including work instructions, control plans, and visual standards.
• Complete odd jobs to assist assembly process and flow.
• Assist with assembly line maintenance.
• 5S maintenance and upkeep for the Manufacturing Engineering department.
• Compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, sketches, and blueprints.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively in one-on-one, small group situations, or to employees of the organization.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and adapt quickly to change.
• Work with high attention to detail.
• Work safely in a variety of situations. Follow rules and established processes.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Participate in 5S Workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and 3-6 years of previous technical work experience. Previous experience with assembling, wiring, and debugging automation machines is preferred. Engineering education is a plus.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and debugging is preferred.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of assembly line structure to properly identify maintenance tasks.
• Demonstrated working knowledge Assembly fixtures and equipment, tools, and gages.
• Familiar with NFPA 79 Electrical Standards.
• General knowledge, maintenance, and repair of Automation Machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret part specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Overall, must be able to work in a team, lead, plan, and execute multiple projects necessary to meet job duties and responsibilities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form. Written and verbal communication of complicated subjects is required.
• Quality of work must be very high. Organization of documentation and record keeping shall be to a high standard. 

Working Conditions:

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90 % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.

• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• 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.