Manufacturing quality engineering

Quality Engineer 3
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. 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 3, you will be responsible for the functions outlined below:
Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.

E. and Operations to Plan and execute quality control/quality assurance activities for manufacturing processes and products.
Support defining critical characteristics and develop in-process inspection methods for manufactured components.
Collect, analyze, and report quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement within manufacturing operations.
Partner regularly with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to align priorities and implement improvement initiatives; track and maintain departmental performance metrics.
Participate in design and drawing reviews, including development of new measurement and inspection methods.
Support the Engineering Change Process (ECP) to ensure timely awareness and implementation of design changes.
Assist with implementation of Temporary Deviation (TDs) as required.
Execute quality workflows within the DDI (NIP) process and related systems.
Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCCA/CAPA), DMAICs, and Kaizens for product and process quality issues using established corrective action procedures and 6 sigma methodology.
Coordinate with Engineering to support First Article Inspections (FAIs) for internally manufactured parts.
Confirm requirements are met prior to production.
Contribute to Quality deliverables within the Stage-Gate/new product introduction process.
Train and guide personnel on corrective action processes and applicable quality tools and techniques.
E. team to recommend and drive manufacturing quality improvements, including process controls and inspection enhancements.
Support development and implementation of Process Control Plans (PCPs) for new and existing products.
Perform and participate in capability studies and other statistical analyses to improve product and process quality.
Support Quality visual management and team board metrics, ensuring timely and accurate updates.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts supporting Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity objectives.
Bachelors degree in manufacturing or related field + 5 years previous manufacturing experience; of engineering experience or related experience and/or training; Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the field.

• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, work under the pressure of deadlines, interact and effectively communicate with all company officials, employees, vendors, customers, etc.
• 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 Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status, and promotes a Drug-Free Workplace
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.