Quality Control Manager

Atlas Gunworks

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Profile

Atlas Gunworks is an industry leader in the premium handgun market. Every Atlas firearm is machined from billet aluminum and steel. We combine the art of hand metalworking with our state-of-the-art, multi-axis CNC machine shop to produce parts with precision and consistency.

Every Atlas firearm is hand-built. Our team assembles, fits, and finishes each of our pistols one at a time. Our pedigree is maintained not only by the skill and knowledge possessed by our team but also by the passion we put into every pistol we produce. If you're interested in building the best handguns in the world, please see our current job postings.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead our Quality Control team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining quality assurance processes, overseeing inspections, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Manager will collaborate with production, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure that all machined and assembled parts meet the highest standards of precision and reliability.

This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining quality in all aspects of production.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and educate the Quality Control team.
• Train and develop staff on quality processes, inspection techniques, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Manage daily operations of the Quality department, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all inspections.

Quality Assurance & Inspection

• Establish and maintain quality control procedures to ensure compliance with industry and internal standards.
• Oversee inspections of in-house CNC machined parts and third-party components using advanced measurement tools.
• Develop and implement processes to reduce defects and improve product consistency.
• Maintain documentation and quality records, ensuring accurate reporting of non-conformance issues and corrective actions.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Lead root cause analysis investigations and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production, CNC, and engineering teams to implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and other technical specifications.
• Evaluate and maintain calibration of inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, CMMs, optical equipment, and hard gauging.

Communication & Cross Department Collaboration

• Act as the key liaison between Quality, Production, and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Report quality performance metrics to senior management and recommend action plans.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure incoming materials meet Atlas Gunworks' standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Control within a CNC manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong ability to interpret product specifications, blueprints, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to set priorities, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in quality management systems, process improvement methodologies, and data analysis tools.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

*Salary commensurate with experience*

We offer a dynamic work environment and benefits that include:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, Legal Insurance, Voluntary Life, and Group Life.
• 401(k) Match: Up to 5% contribution to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off: Because work-life balance matters.
• Exclusive Employee Perks: Referral programs, purchase discounts, and more.
• Wellness Support: Onsite gym and access to a personal trainer as well as weekly Occupational Therapy.
• Bonus Program: Monthly incentives to earn bonuses

*Must be able to possess a firearm*

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