Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector

Join a growing precision manufacturing team. Are you detail-oriented and passionate about quality? We are seeking a Quality Inspector to join our precision machining operation specializing in cast and machined components. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring products meet customer and engineering specifications through dimensional inspections, blueprint interpretation, and quality verification processes. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with inspection experience who enjoy working with precision measuring equipment in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of machined and cast components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation to determine inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct visual inspections to identify defects, surface imperfections, and non-conforming product conditions.
• Verify part features, dimensions, and specifications against engineering requirements.
• Accurately document inspection findings and maintain detailed quality records.
• Follow established quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection standards.
• Perform routine quality checks throughout the manufacturing process to support consistent product quality.
• Collaborate with production personnel to address quality concerns and support corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inspection area.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Previous quality inspection experience within a manufacturing or machining environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify dimensional and visual defects.
• Experience documenting inspection results and maintaining quality records.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high accuracy standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting machined, cast, or metal components.
• Background working in a machine shop, CNC machining, foundry, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with quality standards, inspection procedures, and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with quality, engineering, and production teams.

Why Join Us?

We believe our employees are the key to our success and offer a workplace focused on growth, stability, and recognition.

Benefits include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Shift differential opportunities
• Clean, climate-controlled facility
• Strong internal promotion and career growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events, raffles, food trucks, games, and prizes
• Convenient self-service snacks and meal options onsite

Work Environment

This position operates in a modern, climate-controlled manufacturing facility. The Quality Inspection team works closely with machining and production departments to ensure all components meet strict quality requirements. Daily work involves the use of precision measuring equipment, blueprint review, documentation, and inspection of machined and cast parts in a professional, safety-focused environment.

If you take pride in precision, accuracy, and delivering quality products, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MINNEAPOLIS, MN.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in MINNEAPOLIS, MN.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.