Floor Inspector - 2nd Shift

Hireez; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Cylinder is seeking a Floor Inspector for the 2nd shift to ensure CNC components meet engineering specs through dimensional and visual inspection. You will read drawings, use precision tools, and document nonconforming material.

The role requires independent problem solving and clear communication with production leadership. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in precision CNC manufacturing with QC responsibilities, plus strong GD&T interpretation and a detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of combined experience in a precision CNC manufacturing environment with QC responsibilities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and GD&T callouts.
• Proficiency with standard inspection tools and surface plate setups.
• Capable of working independently, with sound judgment on quality issues.
• High school diploma or equivalent; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-article, in-process, final dimensional and visual inspections of CNC components on 2nd shift.
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges and other instruments to verify conformance.
• Read drawings and determine inspection requirements per specifications.
• Identify and quarantine out-of-tolerance material; document NCMRs.
• Investigate discrepancies and provide initial dispositions without supervision.
• Maintain inspection logs and handover notes on shift performance and trends.

Skills

CNC machining

Quality inspection

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Surface plates

Job description

Floor Inspector - 2nd Shift

Location: Cudahy, WI (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Milwaukee Cylinder is seeking a self-directed and detail-oriented Floor Inspector to support second-shift manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for maintaining product quality standards and verifying that CNC-machined components meet engineering specifications. Working independently when day-shift leadership is off-site, the Floor Inspector will perform dimensional and visual inspections, investigate discrepancies, document nonconforming material, and communicate quality trends to production and quality leadership.

What You'll Do

• Conduct first-article, in-process, final dimensional, and visual inspections of CNC-milled and turned components across second-shift production.
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, thread gauges, surface plates, and other precision instruments to verify part conformance.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, blueprints, and GD&T callouts to determine inspection requirements.
• Identify, isolate, and quarantine out-of-tolerance material, then document findings through internal non-conformance material reports (NCMRs).
• Investigate machining discrepancies, assess potential causes, and make sound initial quality dispositions without direct supervision.
• Maintain accurate inspection logs and prepare clear shift-handover notes covering machine performance, quality trends, and active issues.
• Provide objective, actionable feedback to machinists and production personnel to correct variances and prevent recurring defects.

Must-Have Skills and Experience

(These are required for consideration.)

• 3 to 5 years of combined experience in a precision CNC manufacturing environment.
• Dedicated quality inspection experience or extensive hands-on CNC machining experience that included formal quality control responsibilities.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and GD&T callouts.
• Proficiency with standard mechanical inspection tools and surface plate setups.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling behavior, cutting parameters, and common industrial metals.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and troubleshoot quality issues in an off-shift manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice-to-Have Skills

(These are preferred but not required.)

• Technical certification or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, or quality control.
• Experience completing first-article inspections and documenting NCMRs.
• Experience working in a union manufacturing environment.

Who You Are

• You are dependable and comfortable making quality decisions without direct supervision.
• You approach inspections methodically and take ownership of accurate, complete documentation.
• You communicate clearly with machinists, production employees, and day-shift leadership.
• You can identify problems, separate facts from assumptions, and provide practical feedback that supports corrective action.

Additional Details

Schedule: Second shift, exact hours to be confirmed.

Salary Range: $27-$31/hour + $2/hour shift premium