Compliance Manager, Firearms Industry & ATF/NFA

Geissele Automatics Inc; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwynedd Manufacturing in North Wales, PA, is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee regulatory compliance across manufacturing, distribution, and business operations. You will ensure adherence to the Gun Control Act, NFA, and ATF requirements while supporting FFL and SOT registrations and related records.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in compliance, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to risk management.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong communication and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word) and inventory/ERP systems
• 2–4 years of experience in compliance, preferably in the firearms manufacturing or distribution industry.
• Detail oriented.
• Working knowledge of the Gun Control Act, NFA regulations, and ATF compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in compliance recordkeeping systems and inventory management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive in identifying and solving problems
• Ability to legally possess firearms under applicable laws.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must know basic firearm safety.
• Must be able to pass criminal background test and drug test.
• Must be punctual, meticulous, and reliable.
• Positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs, policies, and procedures to meet ATF and NFA regulations.
• Support audits of Acquisition & Disposition (A&D) bound books, firearms serialization processes, and inventory control systems.
• Prepare, track, and submit ATF and NFA forms (Forms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) in coordination with the Compliance Manager.
• Provide support during ATF inspections, audits, and investigations.
• Help maintain and renew company FFLs and Special Occupational Taxpayer (SOT) registrations on time.
• Assist in identifying compliance risks and implementing corrective action plans for violations or findings.
• Work closely with manufacturing, R&D, shipping, and sales teams to ensure operational compliance.
• Monitor changes in firearms laws and report relevant updates to the Compliance Manager.
• Participate in internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance training programs.
• Support and supervise compliance team members, including associates and coordinators.
• Maintain secure and organized compliance documentation, including NFA records and serialized inventory files.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

MS Office

Inventory/ERP systems

Job description

Gwynedd Manufacturing in North Wales, PA, is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee regulatory compliance across manufacturing, distribution, and business operations. You will ensure adherence to the Gun Control Act, NFA, and ATF requirements while supporting FFL and SOT registrations and related records.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in compliance, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to risk management.