2nd-Shift Precision Mechanical Inspector (6-Month Contract)

Sqaservices; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sqaservices in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Quality Mechanical Inspector for a 6-month contract on the 2nd shift (2:30 PM-11 PM). The role involves visual, dimensional, and physical inspections of precision mechanical parts, plus reviewing e-Cert packages and ensuring QMS compliance.

Responsibilities include verifying records, communicating discrepancies, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. An associate's degree or related experience is required, with ITAR compliance and background check

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience inspecting precision mechanical parts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Proficient with hand inspection tools (tolerances ≥ .005”).
• Comfortable using digital systems and new software.
• Excellent attention to detail and visual inspection skills.
• Must pass a background check and ITAR compliance required.
• Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate e-Cert packages for components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Verify inspection records, test results, certifications, signatures, and approval workflows.
• Identify, document, and communicate discrepancies or nonconformances to Quality and Engineering.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, QMS requirements, and build plans, including traceability.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and physical inspections (incoming, in-process, final, and first article).
• Conduct surface plate inspections and lot sampling as required.
• Use precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and profilometers.
• Inspect workmanship issues (burrs, scratches, fasteners, edge distance, damage).
• Verify corrective actions and rework completion.
• Review shipping documentation and confirm proper packaging and preservation.
• Provide summary reports, weekly status updates, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Inspection experience

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Digital systems familiarity

ITAR compliance

Education

Associate's degree or higher in related field

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Profilometers

Job description

Sqaservices in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Quality Mechanical Inspector for a 6-month contract on the 2nd shift (2:30 PM-11 PM). The role involves visual, dimensional, and physical inspections of precision mechanical parts, plus reviewing e-Cert packages and ensuring QMS compliance.

Responsibilities include verifying records, communicating discrepancies, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. An associate's degree or related experience is required, with ITAR compliance and background check