QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onRichard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, 300, North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, 33401, United States
About the Role
The Quality Manager at Century Arms serves as a strategic partner to the COO, Director of Operations, New Product Development Manager, and Director of Purchasing. This position is dedicated to establishing and maintaining high-level quality standards while optimizing production processes to minimize defects in manufacturing and assembly. The role is pivotal in ensuring that every firearm produced meets rigorous specifications and safety requirements.
In this capacity, you will lead the Corrective Action Program and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your day-to-day involves a blend of high-level strategic planning and hands-on technical execution. You will monitor and audit processes, manage supplier quality, and oversee product testing against established standards. The role requires a deep dive into data analysis to identify root causes of quality deviations and implement corrective actions that reduce total quality costs.
A significant portion of the role involves bridging the gap between design and production. You will perform quality engineering reviews of design documentation, ensuring compliance with vendor quality manuals and company records. Furthermore, you will mentor QA personnel, develop inspection standards, and utilize advanced test equipment—including CMMs, optical comparators, and surface plates—to validate product integrity.
Company Context
Century Arms is committed to excellence in firearm production. Maintaining ISO 9001 compliance is a core pillar of our operations, and this role is essential to upholding that standard. We value a culture of precision, where technical expertise in tooling, machining, and quality engineering directly impacts the reliability of our products.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Century Arms is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, 300, North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, 33401, United States
West Palm Beach, Florida
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleGenerate and maintain quality reports for management highlighting KPIs and areas for improvement
- check_circleEstablish quality performance metrics to prevent issues preemptively
- check_circleManage all testing efforts across projects and tasks
- check_circleConduct regular audits and inspections to monitor adherence to quality standards
- check_circleInvestigate product quality problems, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions
- check_circlePerform process capability studies and special studies to increase control and decrease quality costs
- check_circleAnalyze manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and quality
- check_circleAssist with maintaining ISO 9001 compliance
- check_circleLead the company Corrective Action Program
- check_circleMentor and provide training assistance to QA personnel
Requirements
- verifiedBS Degree in Engineering or related field
- verified8 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- verifiedExperience with Solid Works
- verifiedGeneral knowledge of CAD and CMM software packages
- verifiedClear understanding of GD&T
- verifiedISO 9001 compliance knowledge
Nice to Have
Experience in firearm production, tooling and machining. Certification in quality management. Formal GD&T training.
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A QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER at Century Arms is responsible for the following: Generate and maintain quality reports for management highlighting KPIs and areas for improvement; Establish quality performance metrics to prevent issues preemptively; Manage all testing efforts across projects and tasks; and Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor adherence to quality standards.
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Century Arms is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: BS Degree in Engineering or related field; 8 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; Experience with Solid Works; General knowledge of CAD and CMM software packages; Clear understanding of GD&T; and ISO 9001 compliance knowledge.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER at Century Arms is based in Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, 300, North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, 33401, United States. This is a on-site role.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER at Century Arms typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER at Century Arms include SPC; Gauge R&R; Iso 9001; Calipers; Micrometers; Rockwell Testers; Surface Plate; and Vision.
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About Century Arms
Century Arms operates within the sporting goods manufacturing industry, headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida. Established more than five decades ago with origins in the surplus business, the company has built a reputation for delivering unique and affordable firearms and accessories. Its primary customer base includes American collectors, hunters, and target shooters who seek reliable equipment for their specific needs.
Today, Century Arms maintains its commitment to quality through a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Vermont. The organization continues to supply innovative products to the general United States consumer market as well as to various branches of the United States Government. This dual focus ensures that the company meets diverse requirements while upholding its long-standing tradition of providing accessible gear.
For detailed information regarding current product lines and company updates, stakeholders can visit the official website at www.centuryarms.com. The company also maintains an active presence across major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, allowing customers to stay informed about new releases and industry developments.
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