Senior Quality Inspector

Senior Quality Inspector
Richfield, WI | Full-Time | 1st & 2nd Shift Available
Earn a 15% Shift Premium on 2nd Shift
$35.00-$50.00 per hour Inspect the Parts Others Can't.
At Strohwig, quality is more than a final inspection; it's built into everything we manufacture.
We produce complex precision-machined components for the aerospace, defense, energy, and other demanding industries where quality isn't optional—it's mission critical.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Quality Inspector who enjoys working with advanced inspection equipment, solving quality challenges, and ensuring every component meets the highest standards before it reaches our customers.
If you take pride in precision, enjoy working with engineering drawings and CMMs, and want to be part of a collaborative quality team, we'd love to meet you. Why Strohwig?
For more than 40 years, Strohwig has built a reputation for solving difficult manufacturing challenges. Our 210,000-square-foot manufacturing facility utilizes advanced machining technology and precision inspection equipment to manufacture components that require exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
Our Quality team plays a vital role in every product we ship. Here, your expertise directly impacts customer success. What You'll Do
As a Senior Quality Inspector, you will:
* Perform advanced dimensional inspections using CMMs, optical comparators, height gages, micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring equipment
* Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirements
* Complete First Article Inspections (AS9102) and customer-required inspection documentation
* Review and maintain inspection plans, quality documentation, and control plans
* Support PPAP activities and customer qualification requirements
* Investigate nonconforming product and participate in root cause and corrective action activities
* Maintain calibration and inspection equipment
* Participate in internal, customer, and AS9100 quality audits
* Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to improve product quality and manufacturing processes
* Mentor newer Quality Technicians while helping strengthen quality best practices across the department
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Five or more years of quality inspection experience in a precision machining or manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
* Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
* Experience working within an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System
* Knowledge of SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis methodologies
* Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments
Preferred Qualifications
* Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field
* Seven or more years of quality inspection experience
* Experience using PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, or similar CMM software
* Experience supporting aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing environments
Benefits
15% Shift Premium for 2nd Shift
We believe great employees deserve great benefits.
* Medical & Vision Insurance
* Company-Paid Dental Insurance
* Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
* Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
* Supplemental Insurance Plans Available
* 401(k) with Company Match
* Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Unpaid Excused Absences
* Company-Paid Uniforms
* Training & Apprenticeship Opportunities
* Safety Shoe & Glasses Reimbursement Program
* Gym Membership Reimbursement Program
Why You'll Love Working Here
* Earn $35.00-$50.00 per hour
* 15% Shift Premium on 2nd Shift
* Inspect complex aerospace, defense, and high-precision components
* Work with advanced CMMs and precision inspection technology
* Collaborate with Engineers, Machinists, and Manufacturing professionals
* Modern manufacturing facility with advanced equipment
* Stable, growing Wisconsin manufacturer
* Opportunities for continued technical growth and advancement
About Strohwig
Strohwig is a precision machining manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, energy, and other high-performance industries. We specialize in solving complex manufacturing challenges through advanced machining technology, engineering expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
If you're passionate about precision, quality, and solving complex inspection challenges, we'd love to have you join the Strohwig team. Apply today!
1st Shift 5:45 am - 2:15 pm
2nd Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Compensation details: 35-50 Hourly Wage