Precision Mechanical Inspector II - First Shift, Chicago

Sqa-Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

SQA Services in Chicago, IL is hiring a Quality Mechanical Inspector. The role requires hands-on inspection of mechanical parts at client sites in the Midwest, with emphasis on GD&T and conformance to drawings.

The schedule includes first shift, with full-time or part-time options, and travel to supplier locations may be required. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience, strong reading of drawings, and proficiency with inspection tools such as micrometers and CMMs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥ .005") using hand tools.
• Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
• Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
• Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precision mechanical inspections at client suppliers in Chicago, IL and the Midwest region.
• Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.
• Inspect purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings.
• Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required.
• Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and CMMs if necessary.
• Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products.
• Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards.
• Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection.

Skills

Precision inspection

Reading drawings

GD&T proficiency

Conformance documentation

Adaptability to new tech

Visual inspection acuity

Education

Associate degree or higher in related field

GD&T certification (preferred)

Tools

Micrometers

Gauge blocks

Dial indicators

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Profilometers

CMMs

Job description

SQA Services in Chicago, IL is hiring a Quality Mechanical Inspector. The role requires hands-on inspection of mechanical parts at client sites in the Midwest, with emphasis on GD&T and conformance to drawings.

The schedule includes first shift, with full-time or part-time options, and travel to supplier locations may be required. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience, strong reading of drawings, and proficiency with inspection tools such as micrometers and CMMs.