About Ohio Ordnance Works

Ohio Ordnance Works Inc. is a premier firearms manufacturer providing sales, service, and support for retail, law enforcement, domestic and foreign government agencies. Since its founding in 1981, OOW has been focused on the customer, fulfilling requirements with quality product in a timely manner. OOW embraces the importance of history, using lessons learned from the past and applying them to our innovations in design and manufacturing. OOW is a fully licensed new production manufacturer of post sample machine guns as well as its own commercial line of firearms. To further aid our customers OOW provides full training services, spare parts, and ancillary items. OOW is also renowned for its repair and refurbishment of antique and collectible machine guns and other firearms.

The mission of Ohio Ordnance Works Inc. is to operate with excellence to supply military firearms, parts, and accessories of impeccable workmanship to law-abiding citizens of the free world. 

“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”. Respect customers, team members, company policy, property, and principles. “Improvise adapt and overcome” to accomplish goals and objectives. Strive for a clear, concise, and open form of communication by practicing the principle of feedback. Provide and maintain a team-oriented culture to better accomplish goals and objectives to recognize value and develop God given gifts, talents, and temperaments. To hire, train and retain employees who demonstrate the highest levels of integrity, commitment, diligence, and self-motivation.

1. Position Summary

The NDT Technician (Level I) performs Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) on metal components used in the manufacture of belt-fed weapon systems. This role focuses primarily on conducting MT inspections in accordance with written procedures, industry standards, and customer/contract requirements. When MT workload is low, the technician supports the Quality Control (QC) department with other dimensional, visual, and documentation-based inspections as assigned.

This position is integral to ensuring product conformance, verifying the integrity of critical components, and supporting overall compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)/Army requirements.

2. Key Responsibilities

Magnetic Particle Inspection (Primary Function)

·       Perform Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) per approved procedures, work instructions, and acceptance criteria.

·       Set up and operate MT equipment, ensuring correct magnetization technique, current levels, and part orientation.

·       Prepare parts for inspection, including cleaning, surface preparation, and post-inspection demagnetization.

·       Identify, mark, and document all relevant and non-relevant indications.

·       Maintain accurate inspection records, logs, and digital traceability within the QMS.

·       Ensure MT equipment calibration, daily checks, and system performance verifications are completed and recorded.

·       Report discrepancies immediately to the QC Supervisor or Quality Engineer.

General Quality Inspection (Secondary Function)

·       Dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, gauges, and other metrology tools.

·       First article, in-process, and final inspections as assigned.

·       Visual inspection for defects per established procedures and drawings.

·       Data entry and documentation tasks related to inspections, NCRs, or production records.

·       Support containment activities when quality issues arise.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

·       Follow all QAPs, critical characteristic controls, and contract-specific inspection requirements.

·       Adhere to internal quality procedures, material handling standards, and safety requirements.

·       Participate in corrective action activities when inspection results identify systemic issues.

·       Recommend improvements to inspection processes, fixtures, or work instructions when applicable.

3. Required Qualifications

·       High school diploma or equivalent.

·       Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications.

·       Basic understanding of quality inspection methods and manufacturing processes.

·       Demonstrated ability to follow detailed work instructions and inspection procedures.

·       Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

4. Preferred Qualifications

·       Level I or Level II Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) certification.

·       Experience performing horizontal wet bench MT in a manufacturing environment—preferably metals or defense.

·       Experience working under an ISO 9001 or defense-contract manufacturing system.

·       Familiarity with Rockwell hardness testing, gauges, and general QC practices.

·       Basic knowledge of defect types, discontinuities, and material behaviors (e.g., steels, stainless, titanium).

5. Physical & Environmental Requirements

·       Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and handle parts, tools, and inspection equipment.

·       Frequent standing, walking, bending, and manual handling of machined or fabricated components.

·       Work performed primarily in a manufacturing environment with exposure to oils, magnetic fields, noise, and cleaning agents.

·       Use of PPE as required (gloves, safety glasses, etc.).

6. Core Competencies

·       Attention to Detail: Ability to detect small surface discontinuities and follow precise procedures.

·       Integrity & Compliance: Strong adherence to inspection standards and quality requirements.

·       Technical Aptitude: Comfortable operating MT equipment and metrology tools.

·       Teamwork: Works collaboratively with QC inspectors, production, and engineering.

·       Documentation Discipline: Accurate, complete, and timely recording of inspection results.

7. Additional Notes

·       Training toward MT Level I certification will be provided if the candidate does not currently hold certification.

·       Advancement toward Level II is supported based on performance, experience, and production needs.