Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

CH Thompson is looking for a Quality Inspector to join our team!

If you have a great eye for detail, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in getting the little things right, this could be a great opportunity for you.

About the Job

As a Quality Inspector, you'll work at a designated inspection table processing repeat customer parts. You'll visually inspect painted parts for defects, carefully remove masking materials, and perform touch-up work when necessary to ensure the finished part meets customer requirements.

This is a hands-on, detail-oriented production role where consistency and attention to detail are critical. You'll become familiar with the specific requirements of the customers and parts you work with and learn what to look for during each inspection.

What You'll Do

• Visually inspect painted parts for defects, imperfections, and areas requiring attention.
• Carefully remove masking materials such as tape, plugs, and liquid mask after processing.
• Identify common paint defects and other imperfections.
• Perform minor paint touch-ups as needed.
• Ensure touch-up work blends appropriately with the surrounding finish.
• Follow customer-specific work instructions and inspection requirements.
• Maintain consistent quality while processing repeat production parts.
• Recheck parts after touch-up to ensure the finished product meets requirements.
• Keep your inspection area clean, organized, and safe.
• Communicate questions or concerns to the Lead or Supervisor.
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has excellent attention to detail and a strong eye for visual defects.
• Takes pride in producing clean, quality work.
• Has good hand-eye coordination and enjoys precise, hands-on tasks.
• Is patient and able to maintain accuracy while performing repetitive work.
• Can follow written work instructions and customer-specific requirements.
• Is dependable and comfortable working independently.
• Can work at a steady pace while maintaining quality.
• Is comfortable performing detailed work with small parts and masking materials.
• Has basic computer skills.
• Is willing to learn paint touch-up techniques.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 6:30am-3:30pm & Friday, 6:30am-12:30pm 

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Pay: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Eligible employees can participate in a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation / Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Benefits, including Disability, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance

About Us

C.H. Thompson is a premier one-stop-shop for all of your finishing needs. Our continuous focus on improving quality and increasing productivity has made CH Thompson Finishing a leader in the industry.

We offer several services including anodizing, painting, powder coating, intricate masking and silk screening, allowing us to provide multiple finishes on individual parts. We service a multitude of industries including; aerospace, agricultural, automotive, computer, electronics, household, industrial, medical and military. Our customer base ranges from small privately owned machine shops to top Fortune 500 companies such as Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics and BAE Systems.

We are also proud to be ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D and NADCAP certified!

CH Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.