Quality Control Inspector — Space & Defense Impact

Chemring Nobel AS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,373 - 39,606; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

401(k) with generous match

11 paid holidays

5 paid sick days

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Chicago is hiring an Inspector to support quality control tasks. The role involves measuring parts, conducting visual inspections, and ensuring compliance with internal and external specifications. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in quality roles and experience in regulated environments. Responsibilities include following company procedures, completing inspection reports, and supporting audits. This position offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, vision, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a first-line quality function (auditing, quality systems coordination, or inspection).
• 2+ years in inspection activities in a regulated environment (AS-9100, ISO-9001).
• Must pass a vision test (including color test).

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with CED’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Complete inspection activities per applicable documentation and requirements.
• Record daily reports on completed jobs to supervision.

Skills

Ability to interpret blueprints – GD&T

Manual dexterity to manipulate delicate parts and instruments

Computational skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, D365)

Comfortable interacting with customer quality representatives and inspectors

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers)

MS Office (Word, Excel)

D365

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Chicago is hiring an Inspector to support quality control tasks. The role involves measuring parts, conducting visual inspections, and ensuring compliance with internal and external specifications. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in quality roles and experience in regulated environments. Responsibilities include following company procedures, completing inspection reports, and supporting audits. This position offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, vision, and 401(k) matching.