Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Bearcat Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Shift premium

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Job summary

SMF in Minonk, IL is hiring a Quality Inspector for the 2nd shift. You will support manufacturing, perform receiving checks, weld certifications audits, and document results to ensure products meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include gauge repair, calibrations, station verifications, and maintaining clean, organized work areas. You will inspect non-conforming parts and escalate issues, while helping drive continuous improvements in the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset: define issues, collect data, draw valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on with manufacturing: support production, troubleshoot parts & fixtures
• Inspection pro: perform receiving checks, audits, weld certifications, and document results
• Metrology master: gauge repair, calibrations, and station verifications
• Keep it clean: maintain organized work areas for smooth operations
• Quality guardian: inspect rejected/reworked material, track non-conforming parts, and escalate issues
• Process evaluator: ensure proper gages at machine stations & recommend improvements

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift # Quality Inspector - 2nd ShiftHot JobSMF Minonk - Minonk, IL 61760## OverviewSalary Range$21.00 - $26.54 HourlyCategoryManufacturing## Description* **Join SMF – Where Your Career Takes Shape!** At **SMF**, we don’t just offer jobs—we build **careers**. As part of **Etnyre International**, we have a **50-year legacy** in **high-quality metal fabrication**, serving industries like **construction, power generation, agriculture, and mining**. Our reputation as a **top-tier supplier** to Fortune 500 OEMs comes from our **dedicated team members**, cutting-edge technology, and **commitment to excellence**. With **200,000+ square feet** of manufacturing capabilities across two locations, we handle **everything from engineering and fabrication to finishing**. Our recent partnership with **Etnyre International** has fueled even more **growth and opportunity**—and we want **YOU** to be a part of it! ** What We Offer – Total Rewards Package:** **ANNUAL BONUS** for ALL team members **ANNUAL Wage Increases** to reward your dedication **Competitive Pay Based on Experience** **$2.50/hour Shift Premium** for 2nd shift **11 Paid Holidays** + **3 Additional Paid Holiday Break Days** **Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation & Flex Time)** **Excellent Benefits Package:*** **LOW-COST Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*** **Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverage*** **401(k) with Employer Match & Profit Sharing*** **Accident, Hospital, & Critical Illness Coverage Options*** **Now Hiring: Quality Inspector (1st & 2nd shift)*** **Location:** Minonk, IL **Pay Range:** $21.00 - $26.54* **What You’ll Do*** **Hands-on with manufacturing**: support production, troubleshoot parts & fixtures* **Inspection pro**: perform receiving checks, audits, weld certifications, and document results* **Metrology master**: gauge repair, calibrations, and station verifications* **Keep it clean**: maintain organized work areas for smooth operations* **Quality guardian**: inspect rejected/reworked material, track non-conforming parts, and escalate issues* **Process evaluator**: ensure proper gages at machine stations & recommend improvements## Qualifications**Qualifications*** Strong communication skills* Problem-solving mindset: define issues, collect data, draw valid conclusions**Physical Requirements*** Frequent climbing, bending, twisting* Ability to lift up to 55 lbs