Job Description
Summary/Objective:
Riverbend Energetics is looking for an Inspection Supervisor who will ensure that all raw materials, in-process components, and finished products meet stringent quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of inspection processes, and experience in hazardous or regulated manufacturing sectors.
Required Skills and Abilities:
* Supervise and coordinate daily inspection operations for incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and final products.
* Lead a team of inspectors and technicians; assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training as needed.
* Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 9001, DoD MIL-STDs, ATF regulations, and DOT shipping requirements.
* Develop and maintain inspection plans, sampling procedures, and quality control documentation.
* Work closely with production, engineering, and safety teams to resolve non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
* Analyze inspection data and prepare reports for management and regulatory audits.
* Maintain calibration and verification of inspection tools and equipment.
* Promote and enforce strict adherence to EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) protocols, especially those related to handling energetic materials.
Education and Experience:
* 3+ years of quality control/inspection experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving hazardous or energetic materials.
* Familiarity with inspection techniques (visual, dimensional, NDT, etc.) and statistical quality control methods.
* Proficient with quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.).
* Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
* Comfortable working in a controlled, high-risk environment with strict compliance protocols.
Qualifications:
* Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
* Experience in the energetics industry (e.g., explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics).
* Knowledge of federal and military specifications (MIL-STD, DoD requirements).
* Certification in quality inspection or auditing (e.g., ASQ CQT, CQI).
What we will offer to the right candidate:
* Competitive Salary
* 4–10-hour days / Monday - Thursday 5 pm - 3:30 am with Overtime as needed
* 401K with employer match
* 80 hours of accrued PTO in the first year
* 12 paid Holidays per year (120 paid hours)
* Insurance benefits available on the 1st day of the month following your hire date
* HSA option available with employer contribution
* FSA
Riverbend Energetics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an accessible recruitment process for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Clearance & Compliance Requirements:
* Must be eligible to attain ATF clearance (no prior felonies or disqualifying offenses).
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