Quality Assurance Inspector - 3rd Shift

Pelican Products, Inc.; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off & holiday pay

401k with immediate match

Health Savings Account Contribution

Onsite Gym

Employee discount program

Job summary

Pelican Products, Inc. is hiring a Quality Assurance Inspector for the 3rd shift in South Deerfield, MA. You will perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections using metrology tools to ensure compliance with consumer, military, and aerospace standards.

Responsibilities include identifying nonconformities, documenting results, calibrating equipment, and supporting audits. The role requires strong measurement skills and the ability to work with diverse teams in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must read and record measurements with precision; understand part names and critical characteristics.
• Must learn/use measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs and optical comparators.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
• Conducts dimensional, visual, and functional inspections on products and components.
• Identify quality issues, determine root cause, and communicate failures to stakeholders.
• Decide disposition of nonconforming materials (use, rework, or scrap).
• Calibrate and maintain inspection equipment.
• Maintain accurate quality records and assist audits per ISO procedures.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean work environment.
• 3rd Shift Work Schedule: Sun-Thu, 10:00pm-6:30am ET.

Skills

Math skills

Measurement reading

Reading blueprints/part names

Use of measuring tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Coordinate measuring machines

Optical comparators

Job description

We're Hiring: Quality Assurance Inspector - 3rd Shift

Location: South Deerfield, MA
Company: Pelican Products, Inc.

Who We Are

At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world’s toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.

With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it’s transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission.

At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

What You'll Do

Plans and performs receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections using metrology equipment to ensure compliance with consumer, commercial, military, and aerospace standards. Identifies and reports product and process nonconformities, supports audits and sampling, manages calibration of inspection equipment, and ensures adherence to internal and customer quality standards through manual and electronic reporting systems.

• Conduct inspections to verify conformance to drawings, specifications, and established inspection procedures.
• Perform dimensional, visual, and functional inspections on finished products, subassemblies, and components of varying sizes and materials.
• Identify quality or production issues, determine root cause, recommend corrective actions, and communicate inspection failures or tolerance issues to stakeholders.
• Decide disposition of nonconforming materials, including use, rework, or scrap.
• Calibrate and maintain measuring, monitoring, and test equipment.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and quality records; complete internal quality audits per ISO procedures.
• Support company quality and safety objectives by following policies, procedures, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• 3rd Shift Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00pm-6:30am Eastern Time

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Must have basic math skills including binary operations (+-/*) and decimal/fraction conversions.

• Must be able to read and record measurements with precision and accuracy; identify and utilize detailed part names, numbers, and critical characteristics.

• Must have ability to learn/use a variety of measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, inside/outside micrometers, verniers, pin gauges, height gauges, radius gauges, protractors, and dial indicators, optical comparators and coordinate measuring machines.

• Must be able to follow written and/ or verbal instructions with manual or electronic reporting of results.

• Must be able to learn, comply, communicate and report compliance or deviation to processes and product quality standards.

• Must have ability to complete work under minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in various production areas including, but not limited to, receiving, warehouse, quality control, assembly/fabrication, rotational molding and injection molding.

• Must be able to communicate and interact effectively and cooperatively both verbally and in writing with vendors, contractors and employees at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years’ experience in quality or a related field or product line, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to learn and apply standard testing procedures and methods.
• Ability to read engineering drawings at a basic level, determine standards, and relate drawings of parts to the actual parts.
• Functional computer skills including accuracy of data entry and ability to use Microsoft Office suite and SAP.
• Able to operate industrial trucks, including forklifts and man lifts; must be able to maintain certification and be able to work at elevated heights.

What’s In It For You

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive paid time off plans / Holiday pay /extra vacation purchase opportunities

• 401k plan – with immediate match

• Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account Contribution

• Wellness Discount Program

• Global Mental Wellness Program
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
• Peer to Peer Recognition Program
• Service Recognition Program

• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear

• Employee referral program – get paid to work with your trusted network.
• Beautiful New England location

• Onsite Gym

• Established reputable brand offering premium products – you’ll be proud to represent Pelican!
• And more…

ITAR Compliance Notice

This position is located at a facility that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In order to comply with these government regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15). A U.S. Person includes a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or individual granted asylum or refugee status in the United States.