Quality Assurance Technician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPittsburg County, Oklahoma, 74501, United States
About the Team
At Choctaw Defense Manufacturing, we uphold a culture of operational excellence where product integrity is paramount. Our Quality Assurance team plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the standards of our defense manufacturing operations, ensuring that every component meets stringent specifications before reaching the customer. We foster a collaborative environment where cross-functional teamwork drives continuous improvement and adherence to rigorous quality protocols.
About the Role
The Quality Assurance Technician is the guardian of our quality standards, serving as a critical link between raw materials and finished products. In this role, you will employ precision instruments to validate dimensional accuracy and functionality across assemblies, subassemblies, and individual parts. Your work ensures that every unit aligns with exacting project standards, from visual inspections to complex functional tests.
You will be deeply embedded in the manufacturing process, conducting routine inspections and in-process audits to detect deviations early. Beyond inspection, you will collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues, participate in root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records and calibrating testing equipment to ensure reliability.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role must hold a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification. The selection process focuses on verifying technical proficiency with measurement tools, the ability to interpret technical drawings, and a demonstrated history of working in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
Equal Opportunity
Choctaw Defense Manufacturing is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge to maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, 74501, United States
Oklahoma
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform routine inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications
- check_circleConduct thorough quality control checks including visual inspections, measurements, and functional tests
- check_circleInspect hardware across assemblies and parts to confirm correct installation and alignment
- check_circleMaintain accurate records of inspection results, test data, and quality documentation in accordance with company policies
- check_circleIdentify opportunities for process improvement and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- check_circleCalibrate and maintain testing equipment and instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability
- check_circlePerform In Process Audits (IPA) and In Process Checks (IPC) as mandated by the Quality Management System
- check_circleScrutinize units against specified project standards to ensure alignment with quality benchmarks
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School diploma or vocational/technical certificate
- verifiedMinimum two years' experience in quality assurance or related field
- verifiedCertified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in quality assurance or similar field, or minimum three (3) years' experience working in quality assurance or related field.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance Methodologies, Certified Welding Inspector, Cwi, Technical Drawings, Blueprints, Regulatory Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, In Process Audits.
Education: High School diploma, vocational/technical certificate, or 2 years experience; Bachelor's degree in quality assurance or similar field, or 3 years experience.
Frequently asked questions about Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global
What does a Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global will perform routine inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications; conduct thorough quality control checks including visual inspections, measurements, and functional tests; inspect hardware across assemblies and parts to confirm correct installation and alignment; and maintain accurate records of inspection results, test data, and quality documentation in accordance with company policies.
What are the requirements for this Quality Assurance Technician role?expand_more
To qualify for the Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global position, applicants should have: High School diploma or vocational/technical certificate; Minimum two years' experience in quality assurance or related field; and Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
Where is the Quality Assurance Technician role at Choctaw Global located?expand_more
Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global is based in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, 74501, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Quality Assurance Technician job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Choctaw Global has listed this Quality Assurance Technician role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Quality Assurance Technician role?expand_more
Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Quality Assurance Technician role at Choctaw Global?expand_more
Key skills for Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global include Quality Management Systems; Quality Assurance Methodologies; Certified Welding Inspector; Cwi; Technical Drawings; Blueprints; Regulatory Compliance; and Continuous Improvement.
What education is required for Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School diploma, vocational/technical certificate, or 2 years experience; and Bachelor's degree in quality assurance or similar field, or 3 years experience.
What category does the Quality Assurance Technician role belong to?expand_more
Quality Assurance Technician at Choctaw Global is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.