Inspector 1 - On Call (2nd Shift / Flexible Hours)

Oerlikon; Lake Orion (MI); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and prescription

Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Company holidays + floating days

Life and disability insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon in Lake Orion, MI is seeking an On-Call Inspector for the 2nd shift to inspect and rack customer products, enter order data, and ensure quality before packaging and shipping. The role involves fast-paced, self-directed work and collaboration with various departments to meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities include tool and coating inspections, QA participation, cross-training, and using XRF equipment.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• Prior machine operator experience preferred.
• Ability to read/write/speak English.
• 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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

English fluency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Industrial cutting tools

Job description

Career Opportunities: Inspector 1 - On Call (2nd Shift / Flexible Hours) (105245)

Requisition ID105245-Posted11/06/2026-Production/Facility Management

Inspector 1 - On Call (2nd Shift / Flexible Hours)

We are looking for an On-Call 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.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

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.
• 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
• 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.

Why Oerlikon:

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our people’s 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 material science engineering. Through the right combination of surface technologies, advanced materials, coating equipment, engineered components and advanced manufacturing, we help customers improve the performance, efficiency, durability and sustainability of their products and processes. Our technologies are often invisible to the end user, but mission-critical to the industries that power modern life: aerospace, energy, semiconductors, medical, luxury, tooling, automotive and general industries. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with a global workforce of around 10,000 people. In 2025, Oerlikon achieved sales of CHF 1.6 billion.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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