Quality Assurance Specialist

Description

We are seeking a talented and professional Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team, building the Best Shooting Handguns in the World.
 

THE COMPANY

Twenty-five years ago, Staccato (formerly STI) revolutionized competition shooting by bringing the world a whole new gun platform, the 2011®. Built with FlaTec™, the 2011® is the best shooting handgun available and trusted by elite law enforcement like the U.S. Marshall’s SOG team, the Texas Rangers, and LAPD Metro. Staccato pistols are approved for use on duty by over 150 agencies across the country. Reliable, durable, insanely accurate, safe, and easy to shoot well, Staccato pistols are fast becoming the pistol of choice for serious professionals, civilians, and all shooters of all skill levels. With a lifetime warranty, Staccato handguns are designed, precision engineered, and handcrafted in the heart of Texas, built with American steel and parts. As an American firearms manufacturer, Staccato is proud that over 25% of its team members are veterans and 100% are patriots.

THE TEAM

We are shooters, patriots, and veterans. We are proud to serve the world’s most elite law enforcement officers and support law enforcement, first responders, and our country’s veterans. We strive relentlessly to achieve our best, a common bond we share with our customers, for whom we work tirelessly to continuously improve the World’s Best Shooting Handguns.

THE MISSION

Build the World’s Best Shooting Handguns, so everyone can experience shooting excellence.

THE POSITION

We are seeking a hands-on, hard-working, detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in an entry level role, building the Best Shooting Handguns in the World. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the successful candidate will possess an exceptional working knowledge of firearms handling/safety, be able to perform highly detailed inspections of various components and assemblies, exhibit expert situational awareness, and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ultimately, the ideal candidate will be able to qualify firearms for accuracy and perform final quality inspections on each of Staccato’s products.

TEAM MEMBER EXPECTATIONS

We have high expectations of our team and expect every team member to possess and demonstrate the following characteristics:

· Positive attitude and a strong work ethic

· Exceptional reliability, accountability, honesty, and integrity

· The genuine desire to achieve your very best and improve every day.

· The initiative to identify opportunities for organizational improvement and the drive to act and ownership in helping the organization succeed both by contributing individually and working together as a team.

· All team members must be U.S. persons and pass drug screening and background checks.

JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES

· Responsible for various types of inspections / quality procedures (final assembly inspection, coating and blasting inspections and point-of-aim/point-of-impact validation procedures) and the associated documentation.

· Inspecting products according to established Quality and Safety standards

· Monitor testing procedures and processes to ensure tests performed are done according to item specifications, protocols, and standard test methods.

· Complete documentation necessary for the support of testing procedures

· Ensure equipment is calibrated, validated, and maintained properly and ensure safety during operation of equipment.

· Assist with any Quality concerns and report concerns to management.

· Various tasks to support facility operations (Quality or Production)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We offer a competitive and attractive package of compensation and benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation and holidays. In addition, as a Staccato team member, you enjoy discounts on Staccato products.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Requirements

In addition to general team member expectations, this role specifically requires the following:

· High school diploma or equivalent (General Educational Development)

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook)

· Experience with gauging equipment (calipers, micrometers, drop indicators, hardness testers, optical comparators, etc.) is a plus.

· Experience with drawings and interpreting dimensional callouts is a plus.

· Experience with following processes and documenting results from inspection is preferred.

· Understanding of traceability is preferred.

· Understanding of general firearms safety and handling is required.