Quality Inspector I

Midwest Prototyping, A Prototek Company; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Prototyping, A Prototek Company in Wisconsin is seeking a Quality Inspector I on first shift (M-F, 8 am - 5 pm). This role supports high-mix, low-volume manufacturing and ensures precision parts meet customer specifications through detailed inspections and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities include First Article, in-process, and final inspections using hand tools, CMMs, and optical comparators; generating certificates of conformance; supporting FAI documentation; routing parts through

Qualifications

• 1+ year of quality inspection experience (manufacturing environment).
• Blueprint reading and basic GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article, in-process, and final inspections
• Inspect parts to print using hand tools, CMM, and optical comparators
• Generate inspection reports and Certificates of Conformance
• Support FAI documentation and customer certification requirements
• Route parts through secondary processes and ensure on-time flow to shipping
• Communicate quality issues and status updates with internal teams
• Follow ISO/AS Procedures and contribute to continuous improvement

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

ISO 9001 / AS9100 familiarity

First Article inspection

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Optical comparators

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB TITLE: Quality Inspector I PAY RANGE: $21 - $25 SHIFT: 1st M-F 8 am - 5 pm

SEE WHAT WE DO:

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QUICK SUMMARY:

Join a fast-paced manufacturing team where quality is everything. We’re hiring a Quality Inspector to support high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This role ensures precision parts meet customer specifications through detailed inspections and accurate reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform First Article, in-process, and final inspections


• Inspect parts to print using hand tools, CMM, and optical comparators


• Generate inspection reports and Certificates of Conformance


• Support FAI documentation and customer certification requirements


• Route parts through secondary processes and ensure on-time flow to shipping


• Communicate quality issues and status updates with internal teams


• Follow ISO/AS Procedures and contribute to continuous improvement

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1+ year of quality inspection experience (manufacturing environment)


• Blueprint reading and basic GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5)


• Experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)


• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards

WHAT PROTOTEK OFFERS:

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance


• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance


• 9 paid Holidays annually


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5% Education reimbursement program


• Career advancement opportunities


• Flexible Schedule


• Competitive pay scale


• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

WORK AUTHORIZATION WORDING:

Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements - Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. EEO is The Law - https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 1:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. EEO is The Law.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 2:

Prototek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.