Quality Inspectors-Direct Hire

Job Description

Job Description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking Quality Inspectors for direct-hire opportunities with a premier manufacturing client in Kearny, NJ. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Direct Hire
Kearny, NJ
Base Pay: $24-26/hr

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM–12:00 AM
• Base Pay, plus 10% shift differential

What’s a typical day as a Quality Inspector? You’ll be:

• Inspecting incoming components, raw materials, fabricated parts, subassemblies, and finished products to ensure quality standards are met
• Performing First Article Inspections per drawings, inspection plans, specifications, and customer requirements
• Conducting in-process and final inspections, using precision tools such as calipers, gauges, and other equipment
• Collecting, documenting, and analyzing quality data; recording inspection results and communicating findings to appropriate teams
• Supporting root-cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions for quality concerns
• Identifying recurring defects and opportunities for long-term process improvement
• Reviewing manufacturing and quality documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Performing subassembly testing and following established sampling plans and inspection procedures
• Working closely with Quality Management and Manufacturing teams to resolve product and process concerns
• Supporting Quality Management System requirements and applicable environmental and workplace safety standards
• Participating in continuous improvement activities aimed at strengthening product quality and customer satisfaction

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have previous hands-on quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment (required)
• Are experienced working within an ISO-certified manufacturing environment
• Can read and interpret drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection criteria
• Are skilled in using precision measuring equipment, including calipers and gauges
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately document inspection findings
• Possess good troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Are comfortable working closely with production and manufacturing teams
• Have basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Exhibit strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Experience:

• ISO 9001, SAP, document-control systems, FMEA, root-cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions, First Article Inspection, sampling plans, Quality Management Systems, manufacturing quality audits, and DFx or similar quality methodologies

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Quality Inspector today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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