Inspector 1 - On Call

Oerlikon; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oerlikon in Lake Orion seeks an Inspector to enter customer order information, inspect and rack products, and ensure accurate packaging and shipping in a fast-paced, self-directed role.

You will work with customers to understand ongoing needs, translate them into workable specifications, perform front-end and back-end processing decisions, use XRF equipment to document coating thickness, and participate in the monthly Quality Council.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to read/write/speak English and work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect customer product for processing.
• Inspect the finished product.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Learn new skills and cross-train into various departments.
• Act as a member of the monthly Quality Council.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

English proficiency

Detail oriented

Lifting up to 44 lbs

Overtime willingness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

XRF equipment

Shipping software

Job description

We are looking for an Inspector for our Lake Orion facility. In this role you will enter customer order information into computer system, inspect and rack customer products. The Inspector will work in a self-directed capacity in a fast-paced environment. They will also work with a variety of customers to understand their ongoing product needs and translate those needs into workable specifications for teammates to follow. In performing the daily tasks, the individual will draw upon training and experience to make important front-end and back-end processing decisions. As part of the primary responsibilities, this individual will also ensure that once the customers’ products have been processed, they are inspected for quality, re‑packaged, and shipped accurately.

Your Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect customer product for processing.
• Inspect the finished product.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Learn new skills and cross-train into various departments.
• Act as a member of the monthly ‘Quality Council’.
• Visual inspection of tools for proper coating.
• Learn defixturing techniques.
• Post quantities being shipped into the computer system.
• Pack customer parts for shipping.
• Use XRF equipment to document coating thickness.
• Use various shipping software.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribes safety regulations.
• Must conform to current health, environmental, and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management.

Your Profile

• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• Prior machine operator experience preferred
• Effective verbal /writing skills
• Ability to read/write/speak English
• Commits to corporate core values, goals, mission and vision.
• Must be proficient in ordering supplies via the internet.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Knowledge of industrial cutting tools (e.g. drills, etc.) preferred but not required.
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be high-energy, and detail oriented.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 44 lbs.

Why Oerlikon

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

About Us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please Know Your Rights.

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Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)

Agencies

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third‑party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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