Quality Inspector

ACTalent; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

ACTalent in Tupelo, MS, is seeking a Quality Inspector to inspect parts and tools, set up measuring equipment, and ensure conformance to customer requirements and quality standards. The role involves GD&T, CMM use, and preparing inspection reports, with travel to customer or vendor sites as needed.

Qualified candidates have 3+ years in inspection, an associate degree or ASQ/AWS cert, and experience with PC-DMIS, Spatial Analyzer, and Polyworks. This is a contract-to-hire onsite role in Tupelo.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of progressive inspection experience in electrical, mechanical, or metrology fields.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and perform GD&T.
• Experience with CMM, laser Tracker, and metrology software.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 and AS9100/9102 quality systems.
• Strong communication across all levels including management.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts, assemblies, and materials for conformance to standards.
• Prepare and deliver inspection reports to stakeholders.
• Set up and operate measuring equipment with GD&T.
• Perform final dimensional and in-process inspections with CMM.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews.
• Travel to customer or vendor sites as needed.
• Maintain quality records and databases.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

ASQ/AWS certification

Tools

PC-DMIS

Spatial Analyzer

Polyworks

CMM

Laser Tracker

Keyence vision systems

Job description

Job Title: Quality InspectorJob Description

The Quality Inspector role is responsible for inspecting a wide variety of parts, assemblies, tooling fixtures, and materials to ensure they meet customer requirements, company specifications, and applicable quality standards. Working under limited supervision, this position sets up, operates, inspects, tests, and adjusts new and reworked tools, dies, gauges, jigs, and fixtures for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications. The role also maintains, processes, and compiles confidential electronic and hard copy reports, records, and statistics, and handles non-routine assignments that require sound judgment to resolve moderately complex issues. Occasional inspections at customer or vendor sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined parts, components, assemblies, and materials to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and industry standards such as Military Standards, ASTM, AWS, ANSI, and ASME Code.
• Prepare and deliver electronic and hard copy inspection reports and communicate results to appropriate stakeholders, including project engineers.
• Set up and operate measuring and test equipment, applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to verify part conformance.
• Operate Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM) or other portable metrology equipment to achieve part acceptance, including equipment setup and execution of final dimensional and in-process manufacturing inspections.
• Observe testing activities and provide quality oversight to verify compliance with applicable requirements and standards.
• Interact with and respond to regulatory agencies and customers during audits and reviews of inspection and calibration activities.
• Monitor and verify quality using statistical process control or other control procedures as required.
• Coordinate the procurement of standard materials, services, and parts needed to perform inspections.
• Maintain, update, and manage computer databases related to inspections, calibration, and quality records.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and company obligations whenever conducting business on behalf of the organization.
• Work safely at all times, following established operating procedures and practices.
• Travel to customer or vendor sites as needed to perform inspections or support quality activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall quality assurance function.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree, trade school certificate, military training, or equivalent in quality inspection or a related field, or certification by a professional group such as ASQ or AWS.
• Three or more years of progressive experience in electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or metrology inspection and calibration.
• Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications and perform complex mathematical computations.
• Intermediate to subject matter expert-level knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency with hand inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, height gages, plug and ring gages, profilometers, and radius gages.
• Experience performing hand inspections and visual checks in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with CMM or Laser Tracker equipment for part acceptance.
• Working knowledge of metrology software such as PC-DMIS, Spatial Analyzer, or Polyworks.
• Experience with quality systems and standards including ISO 9001 and AS9100/9102.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interface with employees at all levels, including management.
• Ability to interpret complex information and respond to a variety of complex quality and inspection issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including the flexibility to work extended hours when required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification by professional organizations such as ASQ or AWS in quality or inspection disciplines.
• Experience with optical comparators, including Keyence vision systems, scanners, and Micro-Vu equipment.
• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines, portable arms, and Laser Tracker equipment (such as LEICA models or similar) for part acceptance.
• Intermediate-level knowledge of coordinate metrology software, including PC-DMIS, Spatial Analyzer, or Polyworks.
• Strong data entry skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) quality assurance program requirements in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance is desired.
• Familiarity with statistical process control and other quality control procedures.
• Experience preparing, updating, and maintaining electronic and hard copy quality records, reports, and statistics.

Work Environment

This position is based onsite at a manufacturing facility in Tupelo, Mississippi, working on a 4x10 schedule with four ten-hour days each week and Fridays off. The role is performed in a production and inspection environment that involves regular interaction with precision measurement equipment, inspection tools, optical comparators, CMMs, and metrology software. Work may occasionally require travel to customer or vendor locations to conduct inspections or support audits. The environment emphasizes adherence to established safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards, with a focus on accurate documentation and collaboration across engineering and quality teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tupelo, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.77 - $41.35/hr.

• 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tupelo, MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tupelo,MS.

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.

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