Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc Maryville , TN 37802
Posted 1 week ago
Machinist - Maryville, TN
Use appropriate equipment such as surface grinder, CNC, Prototrack and equipment to create and prototype product parts, components, fixtures, tooling, gauging and other machined items. Machinist must be able to take conceptual ideas all the way through final finish and assemble. With the proper equipment, create angles and radius on all tooling to create high quality parts.
Education and Experience:
High School/GED preferred, prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
2-3 years' experience
Experience in and demonstrated ability to produce finished components from a concept or provided drawings
Competencies and Skills:
Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret bar graphs; good working knowledge of algebra and geometry
Must have strong command of the English language
Basic computer skills preferred
Knowledge of hydraulic and air clamping systems a plus
Forklift license a plus -- occasional driving of industrial equipment
All machinists will be required to complete any assigned technical, administrative, EH&S, compliance/regulatory and interpersonal training programs to become a working team member
To advance level of proficiencies and skills, machinists will be required to complete technical and core training requirements through traditional methods, online training and hands on training, as prescribed by each supervisor
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Working from engineering drawings and concepts to mark out design on raw materials; cutting into shape using manually controlled machine tools (such as lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, surface grinders) along with hand tools. Some tasks may require utilizing CAM software, CNC machines and operator performed programming
Reading blueprints and using necessary measuring devices to make or modify existing tooling, or tools for old or new job prints
Assisting production area with troubleshooting machining processes and equipment problems
Working closely with engineering to create proto-type tooling and parts
Setting up and operating all machines in tool room
Making set-up carts or process staging for any machine upon request, providing print is given out in sufficient time to prepare said carts; using tools that are safe and in good repair
Understanding and performing to quality standards, methods, usage of inspection devices and reporting as required
Understanding and completing labor or time sheets accurately
NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Physical Demands:
Works in a manufacturing environment
Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
Able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:
Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.
The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:
The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.
Who We Are
Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.
Benefits
Health, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Product Discounts
Service Awards
Revised -- 7.24.2023
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc