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Job Description: Head Gunsmith (Experienced Rifle Technician)

Company: Snowy Mountain Rifle Company

Location: Hamilton, MT on-site

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $27.00 per hour, based on experience

Benefits: Dental insurance, Employee discount, Health insurance, Vacation time, Vision insurance

Position Overview:

Snowy Mountain Rifle Company, an innovator in the precision rifle sector, is seeking a Master Gunsmith to lead and refine our Gunsmithing Department. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion and curiosity for bolt action firearms, a commitment to precision and safety, and a desire to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. This position requires advanced knowledge of gunsmithing techniques, protocols, and the use of specialized hand tools.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Barrel Work: Chamber, thread, headspace, and assemble barrel blanks to finished barreled actions.
• Custom Rifle Assembly: Build and assemble custom rifles from finished or semi-finished components.
• Precision Metalwork: Fit, deburr, size, finish, and assemble precision metal parts.
• Stock Work: Accurately inlet and bed metal parts into wood and synthetic stocks, and perform exterior finish work on synthetic stocks.
• Diagnostics and Repair: Diagnose problems, test, troubleshoot, and repair firearms; repair or replace various types of stocks and fore ends.
• Machining: Perform precision metal machining including milling, lathe turning, grinding, drilling, and tapping.
• Record Keeping: Use a computer reporting system to keep production orders, custom projects, and customer profiles updated.
• Show Preparation: Prepare firearms for shows and demonstrations.
• Customer Interaction: Answer technical questions from customers and other departments.
• Work Environment: Maintain a clean work environment and keep accurate records of daily work.
• Teamwork: Demonstrate quality leadership and be an effective team player.

Education and Experience:

• Required: Possess a 2-year degree in Gunsmithing or equivalent.

Competencies:

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Familiarity and experience with precision metalworking, rifle building, and gunsmithing.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to complete daily work accurately.
• High proficiency with basic hand tools such as files, drills, scrapers, and rotary tools.
• Adaptability to change work focus as needed.
• Self-directed with a proven track record of staying on task and working diligently.
• Excellent eyesight with or without correction, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Physical capability to regularly stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Able to consistently move/maneuver weights of 35 to 75 pounds and occasionally lift weights of 35 to 45 pounds.
• Physical aspects require bending, stooping, squatting, and standing on concrete floors for long periods.

Hours and Location:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM with a one-hour lunch break.
• Travel: Ability to travel to shows or events as needed.

Work Environment:

• The employee will not be exposed to weather conditions while performing job duties.
• Exposure to the manufacturing environment includes fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The noise level can be loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Snowy Mountain Rifle Company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Disclaimer:

• Applicants must be 18 or older.

Pre-Employment Screening:

All candidates selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace to ensure the safety and well-being of all employees.

Join our team and contribute to the legacy of precision and innovation at Snowy Mountain Rifle Company. Apply today to become our Head Gunsmith!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Pre-Employment Screening:

All candidates selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace to ensure the safety and well-being of all employees.

Ability to Commute:

• Hamilton, MT 59840 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hamilton, MT 59840: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person