Ballistics Quality Technician

Palmetto-State-Armory-L; West Columbia (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto State Armory is seeking a Ballistics/Quality Technician at our West Columbia, SC site. The role focuses on inspecting materials, performing First Article Inspections, and supporting manufacturing with precise measurement and documentation.

You will use calipers, micrometers, height gauges and other devices to verify dimensions, test ammunition parameters, and participate in ISO quality audits. Strong attention to detail and clear reporting are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–2 years in ballistics or quality role preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, SOPs, forms.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T and BOMs.
• Use of hand measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, etc.
• Ability to prepare inspection documents and communicate results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials using calipers, micrometers, and height gages.
• Perform incoming material inspections to validate specifications.
• Conduct First Article Inspections and report results.
• Operate testing devices to assess ammunition parameters safely.
• Provide in-process inspections and random verifications to ensure quality.
• Communicate quality status to production and management.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Quality testing

Written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Gage blocks

GD&T

MS Excel

Job description

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Ballistics Quality Technician

Full Time Manual Labor Metropolitan Campus, West Columbia, SC, US

JOB PURPOSE

The Ballistics/Quality Technician is responsible for the inspection, measurement, documentation of in-process and finished goods. This position will utilize measurement and test equipment to verify all material meets or exceeds the current quality standards internally and externally (Customer) per established procedures. The Ballistics/Quality Technician must follow all current procedures with a strict adherence to the Quality System and provide full Quality support to Manufacturing. This position will also be responsible for all ballistics testing from the production floor to requests from engineering and management. Other areas can/will be added due to changing business needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect materials using appropriate methods and equipment such as (not limited to) Calipers, Micrometers, Pitch Micrometers, TIR Gage, Height Gages, etc.
• Perform incoming material inspections as necessary to validate they meet necessary specifications
• Perform First Article Inspections and provide results to support manufacturing and production of material and components
  • Note: FAI’s are very high in priority and must always be prioritized appropriately
• Safely and competently operate handguns and rifles of various types, calibers, and manufacturers to test various parameters of ammunition including (but not limited to) – Pressure, Velocity, Accuracy, and Function and Casualty
• Installs, calibrates, and operates various types of mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical test and measurement devices or systems
• Assists with handloading and product development to meet business needs
• Provide In-Process Inspections, random and scheduled, to manufacturing to verify quality requirements are being met
  • In-Process inspections are to be performed routinely to monitor production processes and parts. Parts may be designated by production for QA verification; however, Ballistics/Quality Technicians are expected at random unscheduled intervals, select parts from in-process and finished goods bin for validation and verification. (Random sampling)
• Provide feedback (communication) to production personnel and management on the current state of production quality and any issues that arise
  • Communication can/will include email, telephone, two-way radios, etc.
• Ability to analyze quality data and decide whether to certify or reject specific products and communicate results appropriately
• Ability to prepare written documentation such as Non-Conforming Material Reports, Product Acceptance Records, Inspection Plans, Quality Alerts etc.
• Ability to participate in process and product audits in support of the Quality System (ISO Audits)
• While this Job Location’s primary work area is designated, it is to be expected the Ballistics/Quality Technicians has a full understanding and ability to perform within other job locations in the Quality Department in order to alleviate any issues that arise from staffing (Cross Trained for other locations/labs/QA roles)
• Ability and willingness to perform other job duties as deemed necessary by the Quality Manager or management

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus 1-2 years of experience in Ballistics or a Quality Technician role or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Rules, Standard Operating Procedures, Forms etc
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, internal or external, including Dimensions, GD&T (Geometric Design and Tolerance), Parts Lists, Bills of Materials, Revisions & Changes
• Ability to use hand measurement tools such as height gages, calipers, micrometers, air gages, thread rings and plugs, pitch micrometers etc.
• Ability to complete routing forms and inspection documents and distribute as required
• Ability to apply problem solving techniques to work with production personnel in solving potential product and process problems encountered during manufacturing
• Ability to communicate effectively in a technical manner
• Possess strong computer skills. MS Office (Emphasis in Excel), Google Drive & Google Suite
• Desire to improve themselves, the quality system and instill a quality mentality into co-workers
• Ability to assist in the communication of the quality system requirements to other personnel

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Adhere to all safety and quality system standards and principles
• It is to be expected that the Ballistics/Quality Inspector understands that laboratory environments are to be kept clean and tidy

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs safely
• Must have dexterity in order to quickly sort through items and remove/replace the parts needed during the manufacturing process(es)
• Ability to use common hand and power tools

DIRECT REPORTS

Not Applicable

Must be at least 18 years old.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Export Control Compliance Notice

This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. SC Industrial Holdings may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis.