Quality Assurance Inspector

Prevueaps; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Health insurance

Air conditioned facility

Job summary

Prevueaps in Northbrook, IL, seeks a Quality Assurance Inspector with 3+ years in QA, preferably in automotive or aerospace sectors. You will calibrate gauges, perform first piece inspections, read blueprints, and ensure conformity to prints and tolerances. The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and adherence to QS goals within a large manufacturing facility.

The position offers a modern, climate-controlled 108,000 sq. ft.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a QA/inspection role.
• Experience in automotive or aerospace is preferred.
• Strong metals/measuring background required.
• Select and calibrate inspection equipment (gauges, micrometers, calipers).
• Inspect first part against print; verify tolerances.
• Complete inspection records and related paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Piece Inspection and PPAP layout.
• Conduct incoming and final inspections.
• Maintain inspection records and move tags timely.
• Support continuous improvement alongside teams.
• Read and interpret blueprints; identify critical characteristics.

Skills

Experience in QA inspection

Automotive/Aerospace experience

Metrology basics

First Piece Inspection

Blueprint reading

Communication & teamwork

Continuous improvement

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Optical comparator

Profilometer

Height gauges

Test indicators

Job description

Large Northbrook based automotive manufacturer specializing in CNC and multi-spindle precision machining is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector.

We are seeking an experienced candidate proficient with:

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience working in the automotive or aerospace industries.
• Strong background in metals and measuring.
• Choose and check calibration of inspection equipment to be used. Gauges, micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Inspect first part against each measurement as indicated on print. Verify acceptable tolerance. Indicate completed inspection on corresponding inspection record.
• Complete all other paperwork, including inspection records, associated with position.
• Contributes to team, company and QS goals by initiating continuous improvement, accomplishing related results as required and working effectively with other employees and departments.
• Receives, understands and follows all written and oral instruction.
• Timely completion of all paperwork associated with position including move tags
• Ability to perform First Piece Inspection, PPAP Lay out, incoming and final inspection
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, optical comparator, Profilometer, height gages, test indicators, fit gages
• Understand types of measurement, measurement terminology, and the types and differences of standard measurement instruments
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and know definitions of critical, major, minor characteristics

Strong communication and team building skills a must!

Starting at $23/per hour.

We offer a 401k plan, United Healthcare Insurance, an air conditioned 108,000 sq. foot facility, as well as other benefits.

EOE