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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.

SUMMARY

Inspects materials and products as they pass through a variety of checkpoints, including but not limited to receiving, in-process, and prior to assembly. Completes accurate inspection reports and maintain a filing system for these reports. Perform torque validation on critical to quality torque equipment.

This job description should not be construed to imply these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job. The successful candidate may be required to follow additional instructions and perform other duties throughout this department and facility as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· An understanding of firearm requirements provided by Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T) as defined on Ruger Engineering Drawings and Process Documentation.

o Able to work independently to verify the conformance of machined, MIM, plastic and assemblies according to operation sheets, customer specifications, and drawings.

o Thorough knowledge of dimensional, visual, and mechanical inspection processes.

· Determines acceptability of manufactured components through various inspection tasks involving the use of a wide variety of standard and precision test instruments and equipment (Examples include: 2D/3D Keyence, CMM and Equators).

o Support First Article Inspection (FAI), incoming, visual and final inspection of firearm components

· Identifies and recommends disposition of defective items in accordance with established procedures.

· Ensure raw materials and products are in accordance with established product tolerance levels for quality and performance

· Support and maintain Job Instructions and ensure standard work is followed for the plant. This includes but is not limited to: Hardness validation, Micro Hardness, and various dimensional requirements through variable inspection equipment.

· Works closely with purchasing, shipping, receiving and production to prioritize and maintain flow of incoming material from dock to stock to prevent or to minimize any down events.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

· Accurately completes all necessary paperwork on a daily basis

· Regular attendance

· Complies with company safety rules and regulations

· Proficient with geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)

· Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

· Maintains accuracy and attention to detail at all times and completes tasks in a timely manner

· Contributes to continuous improvement, waste elimination, and supports 5S initiatives

· Generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Two years full time experience and/or training in dimensional metrology within the past five years.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and calculate right triangle trigonometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) experience is desirable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

· The employee frequently is required to talk or hear

· Frequent mobility and/or sitting is required for extended periods of time

· The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch

· The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus