Quality Control Inspector II

Kelly; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly seeks a TS50 - Quality Control Inspector II in Lowell, MA to join a premier manufacturing client. The role offers a $26/hour pay and first shift.

You will inspect parts and assemblies with precision tools, read schematics, troubleshoot electromechanical systems, and document NCRs and corrective actions. You will mentor junior technicians, participate in root cause analyses, and contribute to quality metrics while growing into higher QA responsibilities within a safe, professional

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electrical/Mechanical/Electromechanical/Electronics Technology.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience with metrology and precision inspection tools.
• Strong documentation and quality reporting skills.
• Leadership potential through mentoring or leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of parts, assemblies, and finished products using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Review and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, BOMs.
• Troubleshoot electromechanical assemblies, including electronics, wiring, sensors, motors, power supplies.
• Write inspection reports, NCRs, discrepancy reports, and corrective action documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and assist manufacturing teams with quality issues.
• Mentor junior technicians and act as quality contact for related matters.

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Electromechanical Technology

Electronics Technology

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Digital multimeters

Torque tools

Optical inspection

Job description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a TS50 - Quality Control Inspector II to work at a premier manufacturing client in Lowell, MA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $26/hour

Shift: 1st

Why you should apply to be TS50 - Quality Control Inspector II:

• Competitive pay rate with opportunities for growth into higher-level QA roles
• Work in a safe, professional environment with industry-leading manufacturing standards
• Collaborate with experienced professionals and gain mentorship opportunities
• Join a company committed to innovation and quality

What’s a typical day as TS50 - Quality Control Inspector II? You’ll be:

• Conducting inspections of incoming parts, assemblies, and finished products using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, torque tools, and optical inspection equipment
• Reviewing and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Performing hands-on troubleshooting of electromechanical assemblies, including electronics, wiring, sensors, motors, and power supplies
• Writing detailed inspection reports, nonconformance reports (NCRs), discrepancy reports, corrective action documentation, and work instructions
• Supporting root cause analysis initiatives and assisting manufacturing teams with quality-related issues
• Mentoring junior technicians and serving as a technical point of contact for quality-related matters

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You

• Have an associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, or a related technical field (equivalent military technical training also considered)
• Demonstrate strong ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including mechanical and electrical schematics
• Possess hands-on troubleshooting experience with electromechanical assemblies and are comfortable using digital multimeters, hand tools, and basic electrical test equipment
• Are skilled in technical writing and documentation, with experience in generating inspection and nonconformance reports
• Have experience with metrology and precision inspection tools
• Have leadership potential demonstrated through mentoring, training, or leading projects
• Preferably have ISO 9001 experience, root cause analysis (5 Whys), manufacturing quality systems knowledge, soldering experience, proficiency with MS Office and data analysis, familiarity with AQL sampling plans, and experience generating quality metrics and customer-facing reports

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more. Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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