ABOUT US

Lightforce Group is a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative lighting equipment, optics and firearms. From camping in the wilderness to heading out on a hunting expedition, our products are designed to help people see further, perform better and go further.

Exporting to more than 50 countries, Lightforce Group develops and manufactures products built to perform in some of the world’s most demanding and hostile conditions.

Our portfolio of brands includes Lightforce, Nightforce, Force Ordnance, APRS, Gunforce and Paroo Pastoral. Across the Group, we are driven by leadership, teamwork and innovation, with a strong focus on taking ownership, working collaboratively and continuously improving the way we do business.

At Lightforce Group, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a passionate and talented team, develop your career and play an important role in the continued growth of a proudly Australian business and its globally recognised brands.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This hands-on role will support quality assurance across our manufacturing operations and supplier network. You will work closely with our Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Warehouse and Product teams to identify quality issues, improve processes and ensure that supplied components and finished products meet our specifications.

Reporting to the Quality & Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the operation and continuous improvement of our quality processes, including incoming inspection, first-off product approval, supplier quality and non-conformance management.

You will also provide practical quality guidance to Manufacturing and Engineering, contribute to warranty investigations and act as second in charge of the Quality and Compliance department when required.

The role will be responsible for:

- Conduct incoming inspection, testing and evaluation of supplied components and finished goods.





- Complete quality checks and approve first-off manufactured products.

- Check incoming goods against quality specifications, production control plans and engineering drawings.

- Identify non-conforming materials and provide advice on their appropriate handling.

- Support the management of non-conformance and corrective action processes.

- Assist with supplier quality management and supplier performance improvement.

- Create and maintain incoming inspection and first-off sample approval guidelines.

- Create and manage master samples.

- Review quality issues identified during production and support practical resolution.

- Work with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to investigate quality concerns.

ABOUT YOU

If you are an experienced Quality Engineer looking for a practical, varied role where you can influence product, process and supplier quality, we would like to hear from you.

You are a practical and solutions-focused quality professional who enjoys working collaboratively in a manufacturing environment. You can confidently interpret technical information, investigate problems and communicate quality requirements to a wide range of stakeholders.

You will bring a tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline, sound knowledge of ISO9001 quality management systems, experience with supplier quality and the PPAP process.

A background in mechanical, manufacturing or automotive engineering would be preferred, along with knowledge of statistical process control.





You will show strong analytical and problem-solving skills supporting your experience applying structured root cause analysis and 8D problem-solving methods.

Experience with SAP, NetSuite, Salesforce or similar systems will be well regarded. Qualifications in quality management system internal auditing and knowledge of Six Sigma principles would also be advantageous.

Alongside technical expertise, we highly value organisational fit. Here, you will bring:

- A teamwork mentality and a respectful and skilled demeanour

- High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills supporting your ability to build strong professional relationships with the organisation's stakeholders
- A strong ability to work autonomously, use initiative, and successfully manage deadlines and competing priorities

OUR BENEFITS

- Generous discounts on Lightforce branded products

- Generous discounts from our corporate partners on banking, hotels and more

- Short- and long-term reward and recognition programs

- Purchase leave and novated leasing on offer to reduce your taxable income

- Christmas and Birthday Recognition

- Wellbeing initiatives of skin cancer screening, flu vaccination and employee assistance programs

- Structured programs to support your ongoing development

Plus many more!

Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency status is required for this role due to government contracting obligations.

At Lightforce, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our People & Culture team to discuss their needs in confidence.

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