Quality Inspector

Quality InspectorJoin our team as a Quality Inspector on the 1st shift, with flexible hours from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm or 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of our products by using advanced tools and equipment to ensure precision and quality.ResponsibilitiesUse profilometers to check surface finish and record results on designated forms.Operate microscopes, micrometers, and roundness gages, and accurately record results.Inspect parts from operator's machines using various gages including air gages, concentricity gages, plug gages, dial bore gages, and drop indicators.Report any non-conformances to the Quality Manager.Interact with production personnel and members of management as needed.Perform special quality tasks and reporting as needed.Essential SkillsAt least two years of related quality experience in a metals environment.Experience in measuring parts.Proficiency in computer skills including SPC Charts.Basic math skills.Ability to use basic instrumentation such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and profilometers.Ability to read blueprint dimensions and a basic understanding of GD&T.Additional Skills & QualificationsKnowledge of roundness gages, air gages, concentricity gages, plug gages, dial bore gages, and drop indicators.Experience from a grinding or precision machining environment.CMM Experience, preferably with ZEISS.Experience working with very tight tolerances.Understanding of GD&T symbols, blueprint reading, and common quality instrumentation.Why Work Here?Join a smaller quality team with significant growth opportunities. Enjoy working in two large new quality labs equipped with high-level quality machines such as CMM. Benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k with match, and holiday and vacation time when brought on permanently.Work EnvironmentYou will be trained on the 1st shift (7 am - 3:30 pm) for two weeks, with flexible shift options for skilled individuals, including 2nd shift (3:30 pm - 11 pm) and hours of operation from 6 am to 8 pm. Work in a very clean and temperature-controlled environment, collaborating with operators on the floor as well as in the quality lab. Enjoy your own brand-new Zeiss Micura CMM machine, desk, and workstation within a state-of-the-art facility.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington Heights, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Arlington Heights, IL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.