Quality Control Inspector- 2nd Shift

JST Corporation; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Matching

PTO

Career Growth

Job summary

JST Corporation in Waukegan, IL is seeking a detail-oriented 2nd Shift Quality Control Inspector to verify products and materials throughout manufacturing, ensuring they meet stringent quality and safety standards. You will inspect incoming materials, monitor production quality, and check outgoing products for excellence at every step.

The role requires reading blueprints, using measurement tools, and documenting results.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and work instructions to understand quality expectations.
• Good written skills to verify records accurately.
• One to three years of related experience to quality.
• Keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach.
• Able to use handheld measurement equipment (caliper, micrometer, attribute gauges) and non-contact devices.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• High School Diploma; further qualifications will be a plus.
• Basic mathematic and English skills.

Responsibilities

• Approve or reject incoming raw materials with respect to quality standards.
• Approve or reject finished product with respect to quality standards.
• Check samples using measuring dimensions, testing functionality and comparing to specifications.
• Maintain testing and inspection records.
• Complete required internal documents when needed (NCR/ SQI).
• Monitor equipment to ensure it is safe, well-maintained and calibrated.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality management.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Record keeping

MS Office

Attention to detail

Quality inspection

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Attribute gauges

MicroVu

Comparator

SmartScope

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: J.S.T. Corporate Office (JA) - Waukegan, IL 60085

Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

About the Role

Are you detail-oriented with a keen eye for quality? We are seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Quality Control Inspector to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying products and materials throughout the manufacturing process to ensure they meet our rigorous quality and safety standards. You will inspect incoming raw materials, monitor production quality, and check outgoing products to guarantee excellence at every step.

What We Offer

• Great Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• 401(k) Matching: Generous company match to help secure your financial future
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, paid holidays, and personal days
• Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous training and advancement within the company

SUMMARY

Responsible for verifying products and materials during manufacturing to make sure they meet requirements. Duties include measuring products compared to their intended specifications, verifying fit, form, function, and identifying defects. Check the quality of all incoming and outgoing material and products. Follow and ensure proper quality procedures are being adhered throughout the factory.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Approve or reject incoming raw materials with respect to quality standards
• Approve or reject finished product with respect to quality standards
• Check samples using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications etc.)
• Maintain testing and inspection records
• Complete required internal documents when needed (NCR/ SQI)
• Monitor the use of equipment to ensure it is safe, well-maintained and calibrated.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality management

QUALIFICATIONS | REQUIREMENTS

• Able to read blueprints and work instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the product and supplies
• Good written skills to verify records accurately
• One to three years of related experience to quality
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Able to effectively use handheld measurement equipment (caliper, micrometer, attribute gauges) as well as non-contact measurement equipment (microVu, comparator, smartScope).
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• High School Diploma; Further qualifications will be a plus
• Basic mathematic and English skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Eye protection is required in production areas.
2. Ability to lift 30lb
3. Subject to noise, odors common to a manufacturing environment.