Inspection Associate

Kelly Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an Inspector for the 2nd shift. The role focuses on quality assurance through racking, inspection, sorting, packaging, and labeling to meet production standards. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

The shift runs Monday–Thursday, 2 PM–12:30 AM, offering a pay rate of $16/hour plus a $0.75 shift premium. Candidates should be comfortable with standing, lifting, and routine data entry while

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Basic computer system proficiency.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect production parts and identify/categorize plating defects with precision.
• Enter inspection data into computer systems.
• Communicate findings to supervisors and quality personnel.
• Continuously learn parts, processes, and production requirements.
• Operate equipment according to procedures.
• Rack, package, and label materials for shipment per specifications.
• Comply with material handling, inventory, and sorting procedures.
• Support racking and other production tasks as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Inspector – 2nd Shift

Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Bus Route Accessible)

Pay Rate: $16/hour + $0.75 Shift Premium for 2nd Shift

Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday – Thursday | 2 PM – 12:30 AM

Summary: The Inspector plays an essential role within the production team, ensuring that all parts meet quality standards through accurate racking, inspection, sorting, packaging, and labeling. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to maintaining operational excellence and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect production parts and identify/categorize plating defects with precision
• Accurately enter inspection data into computer systems
• Communicate findings and requirements to supervisors, quality personnel, and team members
• Continuously learn new parts, processes, and production requirements
• Operate equipment according to procedures
• Transport, organize, and package materials, ensuring proper labeling for shipment
• Comply with procedures for material handling, inventory, and sorting
• Efficiently rack products to plating racks following all specifications
• Support racking, sorting, and other production tasks as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Basic computer system proficiency
• High attention to detail

Working Conditions:

• Adherence to all safety requirements in production/inspection areas
• Standing, walking, bending, or lifting throughout the shift
• Ability to lift/move materials as needed
• Frequent repetitive motions and exposure to varying temperature environments

Health & Safety Requirements:

• Consistent compliance with all safety and company policies
• Prompt reporting of safety concerns and equipment issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Never bypass safety protocols or operate equipment unsafely
• Always promote professionalism and workplace safety

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.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.