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Franklin Armory® is known for innovating new technologies and deploying them successfully in the marketplace.  Many of these technologies require tight tolerances in order to perform correctly.  The Quality Assurance Manager is the gate keeper that prevents poor quality products from entering our production floors.  As such, this position is critical to our continued success.  If you are a talented, experienced, QA professional, we would love to hear from you.  If you have a working knowledge of firearms as well, then we really want to hear from you.

“If you do what you love, you will never ‘work’ another day.”

- Marc Anthony

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Includes proficiency with surface plate layout techniques with traditional measuring devices (e.g., indicator, height gages, calipers, micrometers)
• Manufacturing experience required
• Drawing/blueprint reading, including working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Experience with the use and programing of CMM, MicroVu, and other measurement tools. CMM Manager Software program experience
• Must have a working knowledge of common hand tools and measurement tools
• Basic MS Word and Excel Skills
• Knowledge of semi-automatic AR style rifles is a bonus
• Possess the ability to work closely with a variety of multiple manufacturing skill sets
• Ability to problem solve
• Must be mechanically inclined with a hands-on approach
• Please bring a self-starter inclination with a solid work ethic
• Must have a working knowledge of common hand tools and measurement tools
• Must be legally able to work directly with firearms. (E.g. no precluding convictions)
• Successfully pass a pre-employment background check
• Must be DRUG-FREE!

PREFERRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with manual and/or CNC machining
• Vendor communications/relations
• Customer communications/relations (E.g. work with sales, marketing, operations and other executive staff)
• Material science experience & knowledge

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Employee may be required to lift up to 50 pounds
• Job includes moderate walking, standing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, and with machinery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Evaluate parts against prints and accept/reject as necessary
• Maintain knowledge of QC requirements and procedures to ensure proper disposition of conforming/non-conforming parts. Monitor and ensure that all established QC procedures, both verbal and written, are being adhered to
• Work closely with internal and external vendors to ensure consistent, acceptable parts flow
• Maintain the highest level of safety awareness at all times
• Work closely with firearms assembly and repair personnel to identify issues and problem solve
• Drive corrective action when needed to maintain expected standards
• Must be present in regular attendance and have a flexible work schedule
• Ensure compliance with legal and company ordinances in his/her areas of responsibility
• Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, machinery, etc.
• Keeps his/her standard of knowledge up-to-date in his/her area of responsibility through continuing education
• Communicate and collaborate with the engineering team and production staff regarding potential issues that could affect product quality and safety including equipment and product issues
• Accurately and methodically maintain testing and evaluation records
• Must be present in regular attendance and have a flexible work schedule
• Ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, and company policy
• Must be willing to learn new skills through on-the-job and off-site training
• No vaccines required