QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR- 1st Shift

Owen Industries; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Life/AD&D and Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

9 paid holidays + PTO accrual

Job summary

MVS Metals, part of Owen Industries, seeks a Quality Assurance Inspector for a 1st shift in Sioux City, IA. You will perform weekly gauge checks, inspect parts, and verify data across the floor to sustain top-quality production.

You’ll have authority to stop production when standards fail and work with the Quality Manager on issues. A 4-day Mon–Thu schedule offers early home time and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in manufacturing or quality assurance — if you have the right mindset and attention to detail, we'll teach you the rest
• Comfortable reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Basic proficiency with computers and Excel
• Hawk-eyed attention to detail with the discipline to follow processes consistently
• Strong communicator who can give and receive feedback professionally
• Ability to stay organized and composed under pressure
• Available and committed to a consistent 1st shift, 4-day schedule

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly tool and gauge checks to ensure measurement accuracy across the floor
• Verify operator forms and system entries to confirm everything lines up
• Conduct random inspections on flat, formed, and machined parts — checking against customer specifications
• Approve conforming parts with your official QC sticker, or flag and quarantine anything that doesn't make the cut
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager to investigate suspect materials and resolve issues
• Complete final visual inspections and verify shipping details for accuracy
• Exercise full stop-work authority when quality standards aren't met — you're empowered to protect our reputation
• Support special projects and pitch in where the team needs you

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Quality mindset

Communication

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Excel

Job description

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QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR- 1st Shift

Professional Missouri Valley Steel, Sioux City, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1232

Salary Range: $22.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Quality Assurance Inspector | $22–$24/hr | 4-Day Work Week

Be the Standard. Protect the Quality. Own the Floor.

At MVS Metals, quality isn't a department — it's a culture. We've built a reputation for precision and excellence in steel manufacturing, and we're looking for a Quality Assurance Inspector who takes that personally. Someone with a sharp eye, the confidence to speak up when something's off, and the discipline to follow processes without cutting corners.

This isn't a passive role. You'll have real authority on the floor — including the power to stop production when standards aren't met. If that kind of responsibility excites you, read on.

The Details

• Hours: Mon–Thu, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Schedule: 4-day work week — Fridays always off
• Home by early afternoon every day

What You'll Do

• Perform weekly tool and gauge checks to ensure measurement accuracy across the floor
• Verify operator forms and system entries to confirm everything lines up
• Conduct random inspections on flat, formed, and machined parts — checking against customer specifications
• Approve conforming parts with your official QC sticker, or flag and quarantine anything that doesn't make the cut
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager to investigate suspect materials and resolve issues
• Complete final visual inspections and verify shipping details for accuracy
• Exercise full stop-work authority when quality standards aren't met — you're empowered to protect our reputation
• Support special projects and pitch in where the team needs you

What We're Looking For

• 1–2 years in manufacturing or quality assurance — if you have the right mindset and attention to detail, we'll teach you the rest
• Comfortable reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Basic proficiency with computers and Excel
• Hawk-eyed attention to detail with the discipline to follow processes consistently
• Strong communicator who can give and receive feedback professionally
• Ability to stay organized and composed under pressure
• Available and committed to a consistent 1st shift, 4-day schedule

What's In It For You

• $22–$24/hr depending on experience
• 4-day work week — Mon through Thu, every week
• Home by early afternoon every day
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life/AD&D and Disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• 9 paid holidays + PTO accrual starting immediately
• Wellness program with premium incentives
• Opportunities for certifications and career growth
• A team-first environment where your work genuinely matters

Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.

Why MVS Metals?

MVS Metals is part of Owen Industries, a decades-long leader in the steel industry — driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the people behind our work. We're customer-focused to our core and hold ourselves to a higher standard every day. Many of the best and brightest in the industry work here, and we're always looking for more top people to join the team. You'll work in a positive, safe environment where your contributions are recognized and your growth is supported.

The discipline, attention to detail, and integrity you developed in service are exactly what this role demands. MVS Metals and Owen Industries are proud to be Veteran-friendly employers committed to providing opportunities and a supportive environment for those who have served.

Ready to Inspect with the Best?

Owen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs — without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.