Quality Inspector

The Council of Industry; Village of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance reimbursement

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Aflac

Paid time off

Job summary

Custom Rubber Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join the team in Warwick, NY. The role focuses on reading engineering drawings, performing in-process and final inspections, and ensuring products meet specifications with precision measurement tools.

The position offers a clear path to learning quality standards and process improvements while collaborating with a skilled team in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings.
• Experience with precision measurement tools preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, math, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings to determine specs and quality requirements.
• Perform in-process and final inspections of custom rubber products.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Learn company-specific inspection methods and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and communicate quality concerns clearly.
• Identify quality issues and assist with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Inspection instruments

Job description

Overview

Quality Inspector

Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience

Custom Rubber Manufacturing

Build your skills. Make an impact. Grow with us.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, dependable, and motivated Quality Inspector to join our custom rubber manufacturing team. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys working with precision, solving problems, and learning how things are made.

The right person will bring a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Previous manufacturing or quality inspection experience is a plus, but not required. We value people who are open to learning our products, processes, and quality standards and who take pride in continually improving their skills.

This position offers the opportunity to develop practical experience in quality control, manufacturing, precision measurement, engineering drawings, and problem-solving while working closely with an experienced team.

Schedule

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM
• Full-time or part-time: We are open to both, depending on your availability and our needs.
• Flexible for students: Part-time scheduling within our operating hours can work well for students balancing classes and other commitments.

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance reimbursement
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Aflac
• Paid time off

Benefits are available to full-time employees and are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

As a Quality Inspector, you’ll help ensure that our products meet specifications throughout the manufacturing process. You’ll also have an opportunity to learn our products and processes and contribute ideas as you become familiar with the operation.

• • Read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings to determine product specifications and quality requirements.
  • Perform in-process and final inspections of custom rubber products.
  • Use precision measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
  • Learn and apply company-specific inspection methods, procedures, and quality standards.
  • Work with management and engineering to identify quality concerns and help develop effective inspection criteria.
  • Review inspection and statistical data to monitor product quality and consistency.
  • Document inspection results and identify products that do not meet established requirements.
  • Assist with root-cause analysis and corrective actions when quality issues arise.
  • Review and validate quality data and flag deviations from established standards.
  • Maintain accurate inspection, testing, and quality records.
  • Communicate quality concerns clearly and work collaboratively with the team to resolve them.
  • Look for opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency as you gain experience.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who is curious, detail-oriented, dependable, and willing to learn. You should be comfortable asking questions, learning from others, and taking ownership of your work.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team.
• Willingness to learn our products, processes, and quality standards.

Experience & Skills That Are a Plus

• Previous experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, or a related field.
• 2+ years of manufacturing or quality inspection experience.
• Experience in rubber manufacturing or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Technical training or quality-related certifications.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or quality management systems.

We don’t expect you to know everything on day one. We’re looking for someone with the right foundation and attitude who is willing to learn our way of doing things, develop new skills, and grow into greater responsibility over time.

Physical & Work Environment

This is a hands-on manufacturing position. The role requires:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Manual dexterity to operate inspection and measurement equipment.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment around noise, machinery, and rubber materials.

Company Website

https://www.mechanicalrubber.com/

Company Profile

Why Join Us?

Learn something new. Build valuable skills. Grow with an experienced team.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with precision measurement equipment, engineering drawings, quality-control processes, documentation, and problem-solving. As you become more familiar with our products and processes, you’ll have opportunities to take on additional responsibility and contribute to improving how we work.

We value people who listen, learn, ask questions, take ownership, and grow. If you’re looking for a position where you can develop your skills rather than simply perform the same task every day, this could be a great opportunity.

Whether you’re an experienced quality professional, a recent graduate, a student with the right technical background, or someone looking to build a career in manufacturing, we’d like to hear from you.

If you’re willing to learn, take pride in your work, and want the opportunity to grow, we’d love to meet you.