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Nammo Defense Systems Inc., a defense contractor, manufactures and supports shoulder-fired systems; energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, medium & large caliber ammunitions, mortar ammunition; and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aero-structures.

Job Summary:

As a Quality Technician Lead, you must be able to delegate job assignments as required by the MOT/MOA to ensure manufacturing processes are measured and out of spec conditions are identified. Other qualifications include the ability to effectively train new and existing employees on the inspection techniques, tools and methods used at Nammo Defense Systems. This role reports directly to the Quality Engineering Manager and is a working lead role.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for training and teaching inspectors to perform company inspection procedures.

• Delegate job assignments to inspectors in areas requiring inspections.

• Train Quality Technicians on how to complete Discrepancy Reports (DRs)

• Train Quality Technicians on performing First Article inspections.

• Perform First Article Inspections as required.

• Monitor inspector's work assignments daily and document inspector training.

• Interface with IPT teams consisting of Quality Engineering, Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing, Program & Test.

• Interpret engineering drawings and schematic diagrams.

• Select products for tests at specified stages in production process, and tests products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical, and electrical characteristics.

• Record test data.

• Work with Quality Engineering & Engineering to review MRB materials

• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

• Ensure Quality Inspectors have access to information required to perform their duties, including MOTs, blueprints, specifications, and testing procedures.

• Review paperwork to ensure completion and accuracy of all documents including, MIL-STD-1916 sampling size, First Articles, certificate of analysis, labels, and conformity among others.

• Inspect product to verify conformance to specification of the parts by measuring dimensions using instruments such as gauges, calipers, comparators micrometers, optical comparator, etc.

• Actively participate in Daily Visual Management activities and communicate with the Quality Engineering team to problem solve.

• Be dedicated to the integrity of the quality function and possess a drive to enhance the quality of both the product and processes.

• Be able to adapt to the use of new equipment and learn new product and materials.

• Perform other quality related duties and be flexible in the factory/plant as assigned based on business needs.

• Generate and perform verification activities on Non-Conforming Material and discrepancy reports.

• Complies with all Quality Procedures and Policies.

Job Qualifications:

• HS Diploma / GED and 2-5 years of relevant inspection experience is required.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

• Ability to input, retrieve, access, and send information via computer.

• Experience working with Microsoft Word and Excel.

• 2+ years progressive inspection experience preferred in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

• Certified IPC J-STD-001 Specialist in solder inspection.

• 4+ years in a progressive manufacturing environment preferred.

• Advanced proficiency with detailed drawings including geometric tolerances, dimensions, general features, and blueprint reading.

• Experience with performing internal process audits.

• Advanced proficiency utilizing gauging including attribute and variable gauges.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Strong GD&T experience preferred.

• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.

• Ability to obtain and maintain an ATF Processor license.

• Must have good verbal and written skills.

• Must be able to make accurate measurements.

• Must understand, read, and write English.

• Must be able to complete all training to obtain inspection certifications.

• Must be able to work under pressure and within time constraints.

• Must be able to problem solve with little or no direction.

• Must be detail oriented and organized.

• Must be able to work as part of a team.

• Approximately 20% of time at desk using computer.

• Approximately 80% of time on production floor, requiring safety glasses, protective footwear, and explosives handlers’ outer garments, as needed.

• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl and stand for inspections of parts.

• Ability to lift materials up to 40-80 pounds with assistance

Note: Due to US Export Control laws and regulations; applicants selected for employment must show proof of a U.S. Person status before employment may begin.