Inspector - Entry Level

Grover Corporation; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Grover Corporation in Glendale, WI is seeking a quality inspector to ensure parts meet company standards with tight tolerances. You will read travelers, operate micrometers and calipers, perform first piece inspections and ISIRs, and maintain records.

This role requires teamwork, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Expect 40+ hour weeks, possible second shift after training, and overtime to meet production needs in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Read, comprehend and follow basic written or oral instructions.
• Knowledge of how to read a traveler.
• Knowledge of how to use a manual micrometer, calipers, and hand tools (ring gauges, feeler gauges, etc.).
• Ability to pass a basic math test with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and use decimal points to ten-thousandths.
• Ability to perform basic algebra to compensate for difference in diameters between two gages.
• Able to effectively communicate and work in a team environment.
• Basic computer literacy preferred (MS Office, ERP) — not required.
• Communicate across different levels within the organization from shop to office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate parts to company standards, including tolerances in the ten-thousandths.
• Operate machinery following traveler specifications.
• Perform operations using profilometers, tension gauges, light box, hardness gauge, etc.
• Inspect finished products using precision measuring tools like micrometers and calipers.
• Perform first piece inspections and ISIRs as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and wear protective gear on the shop floor.
• Maintain accurate records of materials used and processes followed.
• Track productivity using production software by clocking in/out of jobs.
• Keep a clean and safe workplace per company policies.
• Manage an inspection queue and meet daily inspection goals.
• Ensure proper flow of rings and parts between operations.
• Follow and uphold company policies and core values.
• Issue NCRs when parts are non-conforming.
• Maintain a log of job runs and current status (rejected, accepted, sort/rework).
• Perform gage verification as needed.
• Mark parts as non-conforming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read instructions

Traveler reading

Team communication

Basic math

Basic algebra

Computer literacy

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manual micrometer

Calipers

Ring gauges

Feeler gauges

Gage blocks

Job description

• Ability to evaluate parts to company standards, including tolerances in the ten-thousandths.
• Operate machinery following traveler specifications.
• Perform various operations using machinery such as profilometers, tension gages, light box, hardness gage, etc.
• Inspect finished products using precision measuring tools such as manual micrometers and calipers.
• Perform first piece inspections, and complete ISIRs (initial sample inspection report) as needed.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and wear protective gear while on the shop floor.
• Maintain accurate records of materials used and processes followed during production.
• Accurate tracking of productivity using production software by clocking in and out of jobs.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with company policies.
• Manage an inspection queue and ensure daily inspection goals are met.
• Ensuring the proper flow of rings and parts from operation to operation.
• Ability to follow and understand company policies and core values.
• Issuing NCRs (non-conformance reports) when parts are found to be non-conforming.
• Maintain a log of job runs and their current status (rejected, accepted, sort/rework, etc.).
• Perform gage verification as needed.
• Marking and identifying parts as non-conforming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skill Required

• Ability to read, comprehend and follow basic written or oral instructions.
• Knowledge of how to read a traveler.
• Knowledge of how to use a manual micrometer, calipers, and hand tools (ring gages, feeler gauges, etc.)
• Ability to pass a basic math test with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and use decimal points to ten-thousandths.
• Ability to perform basic algebra in order to compensate for difference in diameters between two gages.
• Able to effectively communicate and work in a team environment.
• Basic computer literacy preferred (Microsoft Suite, ERP system) — not required.
• Communicate across different levels within the organization ranging from shop to office employees.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements

• A 40+ hour work week, 10-hour shifts (Monday through Thursday).
• Schedule may shift after training to support 2nd shift coverage (e.g., a later start time such as 9am–6pm), by mutual agreement.
• Overtime may be required as needed to meet production demands, including working Fridays and/or Saturdays.
• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Good manual hand dexterity.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 40 pounds at a time, including anything over 40 pounds with assistance (team lift).
• Ability to perceive differences in brightness and distinguish variations in light intensity.