Configuration Control Manager

About Caracal Light Ammunition

Founded in 1998, CARACAL Light Ammunition is a leading manufacturer of small-arms ammunition, recognized for its innovation, precision, and reliability. Our products meet the latest US-MIL SPEC, NATO, and CIP standards, ensuring superior performance for military and law enforcement applications. Backed by advanced manufacturing technologies, state-of-the-art testing facilities, and a strong Continuous Improvement Programme, CARACAL Light Ammunition delivers excellence throughout the entire ammunition lifecycle—from design and production to testing and decommissioning. Quality, safety, and consistency are built into every round we produce.

Core Accountabilities

• Lead and supervise the Configuration Control team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Define, document, and maintain baselines for all configuration elements, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), tooling, gauges, manufacturing process sequences, process parameters, inspection and testing processes/parameters, raw material specifications, and design specifications and drawings.
• Define, update and maintain Products Technical Specifications, Technical Data Sheet to fulfil the latest Engineering changes and updated International standards (MIL, NATO, CIP)
• Manage and document changes to the Control Plan and ensure proper approval workflows are followed.
• Maintain detailed records of validation activities for configuration changes, ensuring compliance with internal and external specifications.
• Track and document all actions required to control Change Requests, ensuring prerequisites are met before changes are implemented.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and approval of all configuration changes through Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Change Notices (ECOs).
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure changes comply with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments for configuration changes, identifying potential impacts on production or quality.
• Perform regular audits of configuration records to verify data integrity, compliance, and adherence to baselines.
• Review and approve documentation packages for regulatory, customer, and internal audits, acting as the focal point for audit readiness.
• Oversee version control mechanisms to maintain accurate and up-to-date configuration baselines.
• Mentor and train team members to ensure professional growth and adherence to best practices.
  
  

Experience & Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Certifications in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII, ISO 10007) are an advantag
• 10+ years of experience in related roles within a manufacturing environment, preferably in defense or ammunition manufacturing.
  
  

Key Skills

• Knowledge of Configuration Management Tools
• Knowledge of Change Management Process
• Knowledge of Document Control Processes
• Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance
  
  

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