QUALITY ENGINEER 1

Quality Engineer 1

Department: Quality Division: Operations

At Daniel Defense, Only the Best Build the Best

Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the worlds finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission to Honor God and Defend Freedom is accomplished by serving customers and providing top quality solutions to our military, law enforcement and civilians that are seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting.

As the Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for the functions outlined below as delegated by the Director of Quality.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Plan and conduct activities concerned with the quality control and quality assurance of industrial processes, materials, and products.
• Collect and evaluate quality data to identify process improvement opportunities within the manufacturing departments.
• Regularly communicate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations internally to identify opportunities for improvement. Collect and maintain department performance metrics.
• Work with SQE on new purchased part inspection processes.
• Perform or lead Root Cause and Corrective Actions on product quality issues utilizing the corrective action process.
• Communicate and instruct personnel on the use of a corrective action process and quality tools & techniques.
• Perform, and participate in capability studies for Capability improvement.
• Manage a Material Review Board (MRB) process.
• Support Quality Team board metrics: MRB Rework and Incoming.
• Mentor the Quality Specialist team
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Participates in the companys efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment
• Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree with concentration in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or a related area; 1-2 min. years of engineering experience or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
• Teamwork and the ability to cooperate and work proactively with others is a must.
• Must be able to manage time efficiently, use sound judgment, pay great attention to detail and provide excellent record keeping skills.
• Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, work under the pressure of deadlines, interact and effectively communicate with all company officials, employees, vendors, customers, etc.
• Competent with computer software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Word).
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Company Values.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a "Drug-Free Workplace."

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment Daniel Defense is an at-will employer.

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