Freelance Quality Engineer Mt Pleasant WI / Part Time 1099 WIMOSE26

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Quality Control Inspector responsible for conducting high-volume pre-shipment inspections of consumer goods, packaging, paper, printing products, and luxury bags. The role requires strong knowledge of ANSI/ASQ Z1.4-2008 AQL standards, accurate defect classification, hands-on product testing, detailed report writing, and professional communication with clients and suppliers.

Years of Experience

• 2–3+ years of QA/QC experience
• 2–3+ years of pre-shipment inspection experience

Technical Skills

• ANSI/ASQ Z1.4-2008 AQL sampling standards
• Finished-goods and pre-shipment inspections
• Defect classification and AQL acceptance levels
• Dimensional, functional, barcode, rub, odor, weight, carton stacking, and drop testing
• High-volume inspection with a target of 300+ pieces per day
• Inspection reporting with photographic documentation

Education

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field

Experience

• Consumer goods, packaging, paper, printing, or luxury bag inspections
• Client-facing inspections and supplier-facility work
• Ability to identify quality risks and improvement opportunities

Equipment Knowledge

• Measuring tape or ruler
• Cotton strips for rub testing
• Barcode scanning device or app
• Personal PPE, including safety boots, safety glasses, and a high-visibility vest

Certificates Required

• No certification required
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent preferred

Soft Skills

• Strong report writing
• Professional customer-facing communication
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Organized and dependable
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-volume environments

Job Type: 1099 Contractor

Project Duration: TBD
Note: This is a 1099 contract role – project duration may vary based on client needs

Shift Hours: CURRENT PROJECT: regular day shift.
Note: As a 1099 contractor, project schedules may vary depending on site availability

Location: Must be able to travel around Mt Pleasant, WI and nearby areas