SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER

About the role

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for the quality oversight of Century Arms supply base for manufactured firearm parts. This includes conducting on-site quality system audits, first article inspections, source inspections, and other tasks related to incoming inspections, first articles, screenings, and defect communications.

Responsibilities

• Conducts supplier on-site quality system audits.
• Conducts source inspections to product specifications both domestically and internationally.
• Conducts onsite first article inspections.
• Creates and executes incoming inspection plans for firearms and parts.
• Screens defective material for identified non-conformances.
• Identifies problems and conducts root cause analysis on supplied parts to eliminate supplier defects.
• Maintains records of non-conforming materials.
• Creates, issues, and accepts supplier corrective action requests.
• Reviews, approves, and communicates first article inspection results to internal customers and suppliers.
• Arranges disposition of non-conforming material.
• Trains new Quality Control inspectors.
• Routinely delegates priority assignments and inspection activities to others within the Quality Assurance Team based on business demands.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Supports and adheres to all ISO standards applicable to the company.
• Adheres to all employment policies, safety policies, and practices required by law or established by the company.
• Wears all necessary personal protective equipment directed by the company at all times.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of firearms safety.
• Maintains and keeps workstation and department area clean.
• Immediately reports and resolves any maintenance and/or safety issues in conjunction with management.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude toward co-workers, other departments, and the company.
• Maintains respect, courtesy, and professionalism toward all co-workers and the company.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with co-workers and management.
• Actively participates and supports the 5S process within the work area on a daily basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• High school diploma or GED.
• General mechanical ability.
• Sound problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers, staff, and all levels of management.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of trigonometry and mathematics.
• Experience with industry sampling plans.
• Demonstrated ability to use standard measurement tools, height stands, and optical comparators.