Sr. Supervisor, Tool Room

Sr. Supervisor, Tool Room

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 Sr. Supervisor, Tool Room position is responsible for managing the tools, equipment, and employees that staff the tool room. They will ensure that tools and equipment are properly maintained and available for use as needed and coordinate, delegate, and quote work as required. They will be the champion and communications leader for the tool room employees. This leadership position is intended for an individual that possesses 15+ years of toolmaking and leadership experience, and will have knowledge of all machine shop machines and procedures. The Sr. Supervisor, Tool Room will work independently, in a team environment, and will collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, R&D, Production, and management.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directly interface with Engineering, Maintenance, and Management regarding work coming into the shop and verify manufacturability prior to release to the production floor. Quote jobs as needed.
• Oversee all work through the tool room efficiently and cost effectively and ensure that all target dates for tooling and fixturing are met.
• Strategically allocate employees to assist in maintaining production schedule.
• Responsible for maintaining proper job tracking data entries in Access.
• Develop a training program. Drive skills advancement and implement an internship program that attracts and develops new talent. Mentor tool room employees by guiding, supporting, and encouraging them to reach their potential.
• Interview, select, and train new hires. Review timesheets on a weekly basis and ensure all corrections are made in compliance with company policy. Provide employee feedback including completion of employee performance appraisals and address employee concerns in an efficient and fair manner. Provide timely, clear, and consistent feedback to all employees. Recognize and reward employees.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and tasks.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• 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.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, may be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in the area of specialty. Have 7-15 years of experience as a toolmaker, 5+ years of experience in leading a team, and 10+ years previous experience in tool room machinery such as milling, turning, grinding, and EDM processes.
• Basic knowledge of Geometry and Trigonometry and how to calculate speeds and feeds.
• Possess the ability to modify and edit programs as needed.
• Understanding of GD&T and inspection practices. Ability to work to tolerance of +/- .0002".
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access. Proficient in CAD/CAM software and is able to create new and edit existing solid models.
• Lead problem solving teams for driving to root cause of internal and external quality failures, particularly related to prevention of customer escapes.
• Participate in 5S Workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities, including requests for maintenance when needed for both personal space and multi-use department spaces.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form. Possess the ability to present information to groups of people.

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.