Quality Inspector

Actalent; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Profit sharing

Job summary

Actalent in Sussex, WI is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform precise dimensional inspections in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment, operating CMMs and other advanced inspection equipment to ensure tight tolerances down to 0.6.

You will calibrate gauges, document results, interpret blueprints, support PPAP activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and quality across thousands of parts monthly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 1 year of gauge calibration experience.
• Hones hands-on experience with quality inspection processes and techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with PPAP requirements and documentation.
• Experience using inspection tools such as CMMs, OGP systems, and optical inspection devices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with tight tolerances.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run CMMs to inspect high-volume parts with tight tolerances down to 0.6.
• Check and verify parts using CMMs, OGP systems, and optical inspection equipment.
• Perform gauge calibration for production jobs and ensure gauges are accurate.
• Conduct detailed quality inspections following established procedures and standards.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine inspection requirements.
• Support PPAP activities by performing inspections and documenting results.
• Record inspection data, calibration results, and quality findings.
• Identify nonconforming parts and communicate findings for corrective action.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe gauge lab and production area.
• Collaborate with team members to improve inspection methods and efficiency.

Skills

Quality inspection

Gauge calibration

Blueprint reading

PPAP knowledge

CMM inspection

Detail oriented

Fast-paced environment

Tools

CMMs

OGP systems

Optical inspection devices

Job description

Job Title: Quality InspectorJob Description

The Quality Inspector will perform precise dimensional inspections in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment, focusing on tight tolerances down to 0.6. This role operates and runs coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and other advanced inspection equipment, performs gauge calibration for production jobs, and supports consistent, high-quality output across a large volume of parts each month. The position offers strong growth potential within a collaborative, family-oriented culture that invests in professional development and long-term career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) to inspect high-volume production parts with tight tolerances down to 0.6.


• Check and verify parts using CMMs, OGP systems, and optical inspection equipment to ensure they meet required specifications.


• Perform gauge calibration for the jobs being run on the production floor, ensuring all gauges are accurate and ready for use.


• Conduct detailed quality inspections on parts and assemblies, following established procedures and quality standards.


• Interpret and work from blueprints and technical drawings to determine inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.


• Support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities by performing inspections and documenting results as needed.


• Accurately record inspection data, calibration results, and quality findings in accordance with internal quality systems.


• Identify nonconforming parts and communicate findings clearly to appropriate team members for corrective action.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area within the gauge lab and on the production floor.


• Collaborate with team members and leadership to continuously improve inspection methods, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.


• At least 1 year of experience performing gauge calibration.


• Hands-on experience with quality inspection processes and techniques.


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.


• Familiarity with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) requirements and documentation.


• Experience using inspection tools and equipment such as CMMs, OGP systems, and optical inspection devices.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with tight tolerances.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a Quality Technician or in a similar quality-focused role.


• Comfort working with advanced metrology and gauge lab equipment.


• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.


• Interest in professional growth and developing a long-term career in quality and metrology.

Work Environment

The role is based in a fast-paced manufacturing environment that produces approximately 45,000 pieces per month with very tight tolerances. Multiple openings are available on off-shifts and split shifts, including 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The facility features a newly acquired, state-of-the-art $2 million gauge lab equipped with a micro CMM capable of 0.6 tolerance, two Zeiss CMMs with 1.6 capabilities, OGP systems, and approximately ten optical inspection units. Team members work within a family-oriented culture where colleagues take an interest in each other’s well-being and career development. The organization is growing rapidly, increasing headcount and offering benefits and profit sharing once hired on, with a wide selection of insurance plans available. The environment emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement while working with advanced inspection technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sussex, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision


• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital


• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available


• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)


• Short and long-term disability


• Health Spending Account (HSA)


• Transportation benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sussex,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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