Job Description

Job Location: NINEFINE MINT - EDMOND, OK 73083,

Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School,

Salary Range: $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly, This position is located in Edmond/North OKC

8:30am- 5:00pm

Monday-Friday

Some extended hours or weekend OT as needed based on business needs

Pay $19-$23 DOE

The Quality Assurance Associate plays a critical role in ensuring that the quality of our finished and packaged products is within specific AQL's and meet requirements as specified. This hands-on position requires collaboration across departments, technical expertise in inspection processes, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. In addition to overseeing inspection of minted and packaged products, this role also supports the die creation process by assisting with die preparation, laser engraving operations, finishing processes, and material organization, ensuring dies meet the same high-quality standards expected of finished production.

The day in the life of a Manufacturing Quality Assurance Associate...

Quality Assurance

• Write/revise documents as assigned.
• Review and approve materials on finished products.
• Review and approve incoming materials.
• Assist in following and training on AQLs.
• Provide real-time training on quality limits with manufacturing personnel.

Die Creation

• Operate laser engraving equipment to produce dies for silver and precious metal production.
• Perform die finishing processes including frosting, polishing, and surface preparation.
• Inspect dies to verify quality, accuracy, and surface consistency.
• Maintain organization and tracking of die blanks, polishing supplies, and related materials.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of polishing equipment and laser engraving machines.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure dies are prepared for production use.

Other Qualities of a Manufacturing Quality Assurance Associate

• Communication: Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills
• Computer Skills: Skilled in the use of computers, adapts to new technology and analytical concepts keeps abreast of changes, learns new programs quickly, uses computers to improve productivity
• Creativity/Innovation: Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, takes risks, supports change, encourages innovation, solves problems creatively
• Dependability: Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements
• Initiative: Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development
• Sense of Urgency: Prioritizes well, shows energy, reacts to opportunities, instills urgency in others and meets deadlines. Must be personally driven to deliver the best results possible
• Problem Solving/Analysis: Can simply and process complex issues, think critically, understand the difference between critical details and unimportant facts. Be proactive in identifying issues and developing solutions that eliminate the opportunity for recurrence. Must be able to exercise judgement in the resolution of problems.
• Quality: Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvement continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of problems, owns/acts on quality problems, communicates cross departmentally to eliminate issues. Must be able to gather and evaluate data to make sound decisions.
• Productivity: Manages a fair workload, volunteers for additional work, prioritizes tasks, develops good work procedures, manages time well, handles information flow.

About Bullion International Group

Bullion International Group is a global leader in precious metals, bringing together industry-leading brands, advanced technology, and decades of expertise. As the parent company of APMEX, OneGold, MTB, GOLD AVENUE, and more, we provide integrated solutions across minting, vaulting, wholesale, and retail markets. We make precious metals more accessible to a wider range of investors and collectors, securing financial prosperity with durable assets that protect against the uncertainties of tomorrow’s economy.

Qualifications: Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (Science/Engineering Field, Graphic Design, Digital Design or related field) with 0-1 years of experience in in QA
• Associate’s degree with 1-2 years of relevant work experience in QA, manufacturing, or precision finishing.
• Highschool/GED with 2-4 years of relevant work experience in QA, or 0-3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, production, or precision finishing.
• Relevant education or technical training may substitute for some or all the required experience.

Experience

• Knowledge of Quality Standards such as ISO 9001.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience conducting investigations, performing non-conformities’ and CAPAs.
• Experience with process documentation and record keeping is a must.
• Experience writing and revising SOPs is a must.
• Experience in or knowledge of working with manufacturing processes, production, and administration.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with small, intricate components.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate specialized equipment.
• Experience working in manufacturing, engraving, jewelry production, or precision finishing is preferred, along with familiarity with laser engraving equipment or metal finishing processes.

Computer Skills

• Medium to advanced skills using MS office Suite

Visual Requirements

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral Vision (ability to observe up and down, left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring the object to sharp focus)

At B.I.G., our employees have access to extraordinary benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K (Company matches!)
• Daily Meal Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• College Debt Repayment
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off with Sell Back Option
• Paid Day off for your Birthday
• Lunch and Learns