Quality Inspector - 1st Shift, Visual Audits & Gauges

NSK; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NSK is seeking a Quality Inspector for a 10-hour shift (Mon-Thu, 5am-3:30pm) on 1st shift in Franklin, IN. The role requires interpreting drawings and quality plans, measuring with calipers, micrometers, and other tools, and performing visual quality audits.

Candidates should maintain clean work areas and document defects clearly. Preferred candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing/quality inspection, strong communication skills, and basic MS Office knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must read drawings, quality plans and other docs.
• Ability to interpret dimension specifications and tolerances.
• Follow written instructions and inspection techniques.
• Experience with measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Maintain clean work area to prevent contamination.
• Strong work history and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts at various production stages.
• Perform visual quality audits.
• Document defects and non-conformities.
• Report findings to relevant teams.
• Assist in maintaining clean, organized QA area.

Skills

Interpret drawings & quality plans

Dimension tolerances understanding

Follow written instructions & inspect

Quality assurance mindset

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Excel/MS Office basics

Calipers, micrometers, dial indicators

Quality audits & reporting defects

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Snap gauges

Thread ring gauges

Rockwell hardness testing equipment

MicroVickers depth measurement

Dial indicators

Job description

NSK is seeking a Quality Inspector for a 10-hour shift (Mon-Thu, 5am-3:30pm) on 1st shift in Franklin, IN. The role requires interpreting drawings and quality plans, measuring with calipers, micrometers, and other tools, and performing visual quality audits.

Candidates should maintain clean work areas and document defects clearly. Preferred candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing/quality inspection, strong communication skills, and basic MS Office knowledge.