Compliance Manager

About Gwynedd Manufacturing

Gwynedd Manufacturing is a rapidly growing defense contractor and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in North Wales, PA. We are proud to serve the U.S. Department of Defense and federal law enforcement agencies with high-quality firearms and accessories. As an innovative and forward-thinking organization, we are committed to continuous technological advancement and process improvement.

Position Summary

We are seeking an Compliance Manager to support the company’s regulatory compliance program, ensuring manufacturing, distribution, and business operations comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Gun Control Act, National Firearms Act (NFA), and ATF requirements. This role assists the Compliance Manager in overseeing Federal Firearms License (FFL) activities, maintaining accurate records, and serving as a secondary point of contact for government agencies. The best candidate for this position would be highly organized, detail-driven, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs, policies, and procedures to meet ATF and NFA regulations.
• Support audits of Acquisition & Disposition (A&D) bound books, firearms serialization processes, and inventory control systems.
• Prepare, track, and submit ATF and NFA forms (Forms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) in coordination with the Compliance Manager.
• Provide support during ATF inspections, audits, and investigations.
• Help maintain and renew company FFLs and Special Occupational Taxpayer (SOT) registrations on time.
• Assist in identifying compliance risks and implementing corrective action plans for violations or findings.
• Work closely with manufacturing, R&D, shipping, and sales teams to ensure operational compliance.
• Monitor changes in firearms laws and report relevant updates to the Compliance Manager.
• Participate in internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance training programs.
• Support and supervise compliance team members, including associates and coordinators.
• Maintain secure and organized compliance documentation, including NFA records and serialized inventory files.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong communication and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word) and inventory/ERP systems.
• 2–4 years of experience in compliance, preferably in the firearms manufacturing or distribution industry.
• Detail oriented.
• Working knowledge of the Gun Control Act, NFA regulations, and ATF compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in compliance recordkeeping systems and inventory management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive in identifying and solving problems.
• Ability to legally possess firearms under applicable laws.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must know basic firearm safety.
• Must be able to pass criminal background test and drug test.
• Must be punctual, meticulous, and reliable.
• Positive attitude.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may require the following over extended periods of time up to a full 8-hour work shift (excluding lunch and breaks): stand, walk, sit, squat or bend, kneel and rise, lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to — and occasionally exceeding — 50 pounds, view a computer or other digital screen, work on a computer, workstation or comparable system, and make accurate entries in such systems. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required for detailed assembly and precision work. Work may take place in areas with varying temperatures or no climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas at all times as required by company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities but are always subject to safety concerns for the employee and all team members. Employer may require a physical assessment of the candidate’s ability to perform these tasks as a condition of an offer letter. Any assessment will be performed by a third party vendor and will be reported on a pass/fail basis with no other medical information conveyed to employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Note: This job description reflects general duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Management may modify or assign other responsibilities as needed.