Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Quality Inspector to join our Manufacturing team in Seattle, WA. This individual is responsible for ensuring all products manufactured at the facility meet established quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. This role provides hands-on inspection, testing, and documentation across incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished goods. The inspector identifies issues and feeds data to Quality Engineer, works with Production Supervisor to correct issues on the line. This role is a core role that serves as a key link between production, engineering, and quality management to drive continuous improvement and defect prevention in a high-volume, large-scale modular construction environment. Additional responsibilities may include:

Inspection & Testing

• Perform dimensional, mechanical, and visual inspections on raw materials, in-process components, and finished modular mechanical products.
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM, etc.).
• Conduct pressure/leak testing, electrical continuity checks, and functional testing of integrated modular units.
• Sample and test welds, coatings, seals, and mechanical connections for compliance.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate inspection records, test results, and nonconformance reports (NCRs) in the quality management system (QMS).
• Support preparation of quality documentation for customer submittals, agency approvals (UL, ASME, ICC, etc.), and internal audits.
• Track quality metrics such as defect rates, first-pass yield, and rework trends.

Collaboration & Problem Solving

• Work closely with production supervisors, engineers, and program managers to resolve quality issues at the source.
• Escalate recurring issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Participate in root-cause analysis (RCA), lean/continuous improvement events, and first article inspections.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure inspections comply with ISO 9001, ASME, AWS, and other relevant codes/standards.
• Verify product safety and compliance with customer specifications, industry regulations, and internal standards.
• Promote a culture of quality and accountability across the plant.

What you need to succeed at McKinstry

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering preferred. Relevant experience may be substituted.
• 3+ years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment (preferably modular offsite construction products or mechanical, HVAC, piping, or electrical equipment).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Experience with QMS software, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or DfMA principles is a plus.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), or equivalent.
• OSHA 10/30 safety training

PeopleFirst benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $22.33 – $35.48 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.