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Sr. Quality Technician

Sturm, Ruger & Co.

Mayodan, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
American Society for Quality (ASQ), Blueprints, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Calibration, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Depth Perception, Firearms Experience, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Materials Management, Metal Manufacturing, Metrology, Minitab, Physical Demands, Process Development, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Programs, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Time Management
LOCATION
Mayodan, NC
POSTED
Today
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Job Description:

Starting wage is based on experience and shift. In addition to a base wage, every associate is eligible for quarterly profit sharing!! Various shifts are available and off shifts include additional shift differential pay.

Sr. Quality Technician

Summary/Objective
This position will provide primary support for Smart Scope, CMM and PPAP processing. The Technician will support Programming for New Product Development, Supplier Verification and ongoing Production by way of inspecting machined or purchased firearms parts as well as supporting the calibration of in-line gages, jigs and fixtures used within the firearms manufacturing/assembly process. The position is critical for process development in a highly CNC intensive factory setting. Core knowledge of CNC machining is critical to success in this position.

Essential Job Functions
  • Create CMM (Hexagon, AMES, Equator) and Smart Scope (Keyence IM & VR) Programs for point of use inspection
  • Perform complete inspection of machined parts, manufactured internally or supplier purchased parts
  • Quarantine and seek management disposition of material not meeting design intent resulting from improper calibrations and or wear found within the production processes.
  • Assist Product and Manufacturing Engineering teams with Production Inspection Results to drive short- and long-term capability in processes
  • Perform first article/PPAP inspections for external supplied parts
  • Finalizing and completing full PPAP reviews, communicating results with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Perform gage R&R studies on new and existing gauges
  • Support and assist with gage certification and approvals in the facility
  • Utilize data analysis tools: Minitab, Gage Management Software
  • Consistently model Ruger's Expected Behaviors
  • All other duties as assigned
The Ideal Candidate will:
  • Be certified in PC-Dmis and have strong Modus software skills
  • Have the demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data and report to management
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Demonstrate technical capacity, thoroughness, and good time management skills
  • Be capable of working independently with little supervision
Preferred Education and Experience
  • Diploma from an accredited two- or four-year technical school, military or trade school, or equivalent years of relevant experience
  • Advanced knowledge of general metrology instruments and methods
  • Experience performing Surface Plate to CMM capability is highly desired
  • Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensional Tolerance (GD&T) Control and Blue Prints
  • Moderate to advanced knowledge of CAD modeling
  • ASQ Certified Calibration Technician preferred
  • At least 3 years of CNC / metal removal manufacturing and quality inspection experience is helpful
  • Heat Treat background a plus
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
  • Frequent mobility and/or sitting is required for extended periods of time
  • The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally life and/or move up to 40 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to walk significant distances within the facility multiple times a day.

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