Production QA - Quality Technician
Safariland, LLC · Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Travel
- 10%
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Safariland, LLC (industrial) in Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM. Testing & Engineering Project Support Provide QC support for functional, mechanical, or environmental tests on products based on engineering test plans.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, ISO 9001, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Supplier quality, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 10% travel
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How this role compares
Against 533 other live quality postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (4+ vs 3+)
Typical $64k–$90k, from 44 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 40%
- ✓ Root cause 33%
- FDA / GMP 22%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Supplier quality, Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Documentation Control & Quality Records Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) documentation in strict accordance with ISO 9001 and NQA‑1. Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to ensure all engineering drawings and procedures are version‑controlled. Ensure \"Lifetime Records\" and quality evidence are archived correctly to meet nuclear‑grade traceability standards. 2. Inspection & Metrology Support Perform Incoming Quality Control (IQC) and final inspections using required Measurement and Test Equipment. Identify and document non‑conformances (NCRs); assist the QA Manager in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action (CA). 3. Testing & Engineering Project Support Provide QC support for functional, mechanical, or environmental tests on products based on engineering test plans. Support engineers in the setup of test fixtures and the collection of objective evidence for validation. Summarize test data into formal reports per NQA‑1 reporting standards. 4. Supplier Quality & Travel Supplier Assessments: Perform on‑site visits to supplier facilities to assess quality capabilities and adherence to procurement requirements. Travel: Ability to travel up to 10% for supplier audits and site inspections.
Qualifications
& Preferred Skills Technical Knowledge Standards: Preferred working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ASME NQA‑1. Drawings: Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings. Software & Systems (Preferred) MS Windows: Strong proficiency in navigating Windows file structures and managing shared network drives. MS Office Suite: Excel: Intermediate skills (pivot tables and formula‑based tracking). Word: Professional formatting for technical procedures and reports. Adobe Acrobat: Expertise in creating, OCR‑scanning, and \"flattening\" PDFs, as well as using digital signatures for controlled document distribution. Physical
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Job Description: Quality Assurance (QA) Technician Location: Santa Fe, NM Employment Type: Full Time Experience Level: Mid-level (2-4 years) Reporting To: Quality Assurance Manager Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of our quality systems and ensuring compliance with both commercial and high-integrity nuclear standards. Reporting directly to the QA Manager, you will support engineering projects through meticulous documentation control, hands‑on inspection, and rigorous testing protocols in an environment governed by ISO 9001 and ASME NQA‑1. Reporting Structure & Accountability Direct Report: This position reports directly to the Quality Assurance Manager. Communication Loop: Act as a key liaison between the QA Manager and the Engineering/Production departments, providing regular updates on non‑conformance trends and audit readiness. Autonomy: Expected to exercise independent judgment when identifying quality deviations and possesses the authority to \"stop work\" if safety or compliance is at risk.
