Precision Weapons Quality Inspector

Gwynedd Manufacturing Inc.; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwynedd Manufacturing, a defense contractor in North Wales, PA, seeks a detail-oriented Weapons Quality Inspector to verify incoming materials, assemblies, and supplier documentation against drawings and standards.

You will use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other tools to inspect, test functionality, and maintain traceability, collaborating with Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience assembling, inspecting, or troubleshooting mechanical products.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments when necessary.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and committed to producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials, machined components, purchased parts, and outsourced processes to verify compliance with engineering drawings, purchase orders, and quality specifications.
• Inspect and verify complete firearm assemblies and weapon components for dimensional accuracy, cosmetic appearance, workmanship, and functional performance.
• Conduct quality and function testing on weapon assemblies to ensure proper operation and reliability.
• Assemble or disassemble firearms and related components as necessary to facilitate inspections, investigations, or quality verification.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Utilize AQL sampling methods and inspection plans for incoming materials and production inspections.
• Review material certifications, Certificates of Conformance (COCs), material test reports, and supplier documentation for compliance.
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products in accordance with quality procedures.
• Generate and maintain inspection records, quality reports, nonconformance reports, and electronic documentation within the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Catalog firearm information, including serial numbers and product identification, ensuring complete traceability.
• Verify inventory counts and maintain accurate records of inspected materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Read and interpret work orders, travelers, production schedules, and inspection instructions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Production teams to resolve quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes.
• Assist with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and supplier quality improvement initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with company quality systems, ISO requirements, customer specifications, and all applicable federal regulations including ATF and ITAR requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to all company safety policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Self-motivated

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

Gwynedd Manufacturing, a defense contractor in North Wales, PA, seeks a detail-oriented Weapons Quality Inspector to verify incoming materials, assemblies, and supplier documentation against drawings and standards.

You will use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other tools to inspect, test functionality, and maintain traceability, collaborating with Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing to drive continuous improvement.