Quality Inspector

Actalent; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Job summary

Actalent in Wheeling, IL is seeking a dedicated Quality Inspector with 2+ years of experience to perform quality inspections, interpret drawings, and prepare FAIRs as needed. This contract-to-hire position is onsite and on the first shift, with training at the Buffalo Grove facility as applicable.

You will use micrometers, calipers, and other gages to measure parts, update inspection reports, and support PFMEAs and Control Plans where applicable; electronics manufacturing experience is highly

Qualifications

• 2+ years of quality inspection/quality technician experience.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience with PPAPs and FAIRs.

Responsibilities

• Interpret manufacturing and engineering drawings, and perform quality inspections using gages and inspection tools.
• Update inspection reports and conduct inspections, including visual assessments and measurements.
• Create and perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), as needed.
• Participate in drafting PFMEAs and Control Plans, if applicable.
• Handle incoming inspections, measure parts, and document non-conformities.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Drawings & schematics interpretation

Quality documentation (PPAPs, FAIRs)

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gages

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Inspector with a strong background in quality inspection and gage calibration. The ideal candidate will have the ability to interpret manufacturing drawings and perform quality inspections using various gages and inspection tools. A minimum of 2 years of experience in quality inspection or as a quality technician is required. This is for first shift.

Responsibilities

• Interpret manufacturing and engineering drawings, and perform quality inspections using gages and inspection tools.
• Update inspection reports and conduct inspections, including visual assessments and measurements.
• Create and perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), as needed.
• Participate in drafting PFMEAs and Control Plans, if applicable.
• Handle incoming inspections, measure parts, and document non-conformities.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in Quality Inspection or as a Quality Technician.
• Proficiency with inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gages.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience with quality documentation, including PPAPs and FAIRs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in electronics or circuit board manufacturing is highly desired.
• Experience with electro-mechanical manufacturing is a plus.

Work Environment

This role is within an electronics manufacturing environment. There are two openings in Buffalo Grove, IL, which hosts over 500 employees and operates on both 1st and 2nd shifts. Additionally, there is one opening in Elgin, IL, at a smaller location with about 10 total employees. The position is contract-to-hire, and initial training will occur at the Buffalo Grove facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. 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 Wheeling,IL.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.