Quality Control Technician

Description

THE COMPANY

Americans who protect loved ones, communities, our Country and our way of life choose Staccato. These heroes perform their best with our 2011 pistols and know that we have their backs for life. With a customer-first mindset, we create relationships with Staccato owners and are focused on delivering them the best of American ingenuity and manufacturing through our portfolio of 2011 pistols for duty, home defense, and concealed carry. Insanely accurate and easy to shoot well, Staccato pistols are trusted by a large and growing number of elite law enforcement teams such as the US Marshals SOG, the Texas Rangers, and LAPD’s prestigious Metro unit. Staccato pistols are fast becoming the pistol of choice for professionals, civilians, and shooters of all skill levels. Proudly made in America and handcrafted in the heart of Texas, over 25% of our team members are veterans and 100% are patriots. We strive relentlessly to achieve our best, a common bond we share with our employees and customers.

THE MISSION

Build the World’s Best Shooting Handguns, so everyone can experience shooting excellence.

THE POSITION

We are seeking a hands-on, hard-working, detail-oriented individual to join our team in an intermediate-level role, building the Best Shooting Handguns in the World. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the successful candidate will possess an exceptional working knowledge of mathematical concepts, excellent visual awareness, and the ability to work with minimal supervision while performing in-depth inspections. Ultimately, the ideal candidate can efficiently monitor the integrity and quality of products without impeding production rates.

Job Description/Duties

• Primary duties will involve conducting specialized coating inspections at various stages, including in-process, post-process, and outplant phases. Additionally, you'll be responsible for meticulously documenting all aspects of these inspections.
• Secondary duties will involve conducting first article inspections, in-process manufacturing inspections, and various dimensional inspections of Staccato products.
• Inspecting products according to established Quality and Safety standards.
• Read and interpret drawings for dimensional callouts.
• Monitor testing procedures and processes to ensure tests are performed according to item specifications, protocols, and standard test methods.
• Interpret test results and compare them to the specifications and control limits in place while providing recommendations on the appropriateness of data.
• Complete documentation is necessary to support testing procedures.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated, validated, and maintained properly and ensure safety during equipment operation.
• Assist with any Quality concerns and report management concerns.
• Various tasks to support facility operations (Quality or Production)
  
  

Qualifications

In addition to general team member expectations, this role requires explicitly the following:

• An associate's Degree of Science in an associated field is a plus but not mandatory; it may be substituted with a technical quality certificate, Six Sigma, Lean, or Continuous Improvement certification (ASQ, QMS, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Experience with gauging equipment (calipers, micrometers, drop indicators, hardness testers, optical comparators, etc.) is preferred.
• Experience with coordinate measuring machines is highly desired.
• Experience with drawings and interpreting dimensional callouts is a plus.
• Experience with following processes and documenting results from inspection is preferred.
• Experience in process auditing is preferred.
• Prior Quality Control experience is preferred.
• Understanding of traceability is preferred.
  
  

We offer a competitive and attractive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid vacation, and holidays. In addition, as a Staccato team member, you enjoy discounts on Staccato products.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.