Quality Control Inspector

W3Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an experienced Inspector to verify precision thin-metal parts across etched, formed, plated, and assembled components for aerospace applications. You will read drawings, apply GD&T, and ensure accurate release of conforming product with proper traceability.

The role covers final inspection and support for FAI/AS9102 documentation, requiring attention to detail, reliable attendance, and willingness to learn processes and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or manufacturing experience.
• Able to follow written instructions and record results clearly.
• Experience in dimensional/visual inspection preferred but training provided.
• Overtime availability discussed during screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections as assigned.
• Confirm part number, revision, quantity, and applicable inspection requirements.
• Read engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications; apply GD&T as required.
• Measure dimensions using calibrated instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gauges); use CMM when trained.
• Inspect thin and delicate parts for burrs, scratches, contamination, plating defects, and other visual conditions.
• Record inspection results accurately and maintain traceability.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product; document discrepancies for disposition.
• Support FAI and AS9102 documentation when required; verify certificates and records.
• Coordinate priorities with Quality and Production; report blockers and support corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Basic math (decimals, fractions)

Communication of quality concerns

Training and learning ability

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers & calipers

Height gauges

CMM operation

Optical/vision inspection equipment

GD&T knowledge

Job description

Position purpose:-

• Inspect our precision thin-metal parts and support timely, accurate release of conforming product. The role covers etched, formed, plated, and assembled components, including aerospace work, using engineering drawings, approved inspection instructions, and customer requirements.
• Inspectors protect product quality while helping reduce delays at Final Inspection.

Key responsibilities:-

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections as assigned. Confirm part number, revision, quantity, and applicable inspection requirements.
• Read engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications. Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) appropriate to the assigned work.
• Measure dimensions and thickness using suitable calibrated instruments, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and optical or vision equipment. Use CMM equipment when trained and authorized.
• Inspect thin and delicate parts under magnification for burrs, scratches, contamination, plating defects, forming damage, and other specified visual conditions.
• Handle parts carefully and use approved trays, fixtures, and protective methods to prevent damage during inspection and transfer.
• Record actual inspection results accurately. Maintain lot and job traceability, inspection status, and required release documentation.
• Identify and segregate suspect or nonconforming product. Document discrepancies and elevate promptly for authorized disposition before release.
• Support first article inspection (FAI), including AS9102 documentation when required, and verify certificates and inspection records within the assigned scope.
• Coordinate priorities and shift handoffs with Quality and Production. Report inspection blockers promptly and support corrective actions and process improvements.

Qualifications required for both hiring levels:-

• High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant manufacturing experience demonstrating the required skills.
• Strong attention to detail, basic shop math, and the ability to work accurately with decimals, fractions, and inch or metric measurements.
• Ability to follow written instructions, record results clearly, use basic computer applications, and communicate quality concerns professionally.
• Careful handling of small parts, willingness to learn, reliable attendance, and commitment to following inspection and safety procedures.
• Availability for the specified second shift and initial first-shift training. Overtime availability should be discussed during screening.

Candidate profiles Requirement:-

Experienced inspector

Experience

• Prior hands-on dimensional and visual inspection of manufactured parts.

Drawings and tools

• Demonstrated drawing interpretation and practical use of micrometers and calipers. GD&T knowledge appropriate to the role.

Independence

• Able to progress to routine assigned inspections with limited supervision after our training and competency verification.

Entry level inspector

Experience

• Manufacturing exposure is helpful. Strong aptitude and trainability may substitute for prior QC experience.

Drawings and tools

• Basic measurement and math skills, with the ability to learn drawings and inspection tools.

Independence

• Works under supervision until trained and signed off for each assigned inspection task.

Preferred technical and aerospace experience:-

• Inspection of thin-metal, etched, formed, or plated components; optical comparators, microscopes, vision systems, or CMM operation.
• AS9100D and ISO 9001 quality systems, AS9102 FAI, ASME Y14.5 GD&T, material traceability, and customer-specific requirements.
• ERP or digital inspection records, nonconformance reporting, basic root cause analysis or SPC, and awareness of applicable ITAR and DFARS requirements.