Quality Inspector II

Hillman Group; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillman Group is seeking a Quality Inspector II in the Kansas City area to perform in-bound inspection, assist with returns and audits, and ensure compliance with quality requirements. Proficiency with RF scanners, Cubiscan, and calipers is preferred.

The role requires strong computer skills, MS Office experience, and at least two years in a distribution or manufacturing environment, reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager. Safety and accuracy are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Must be able to read Spec Sheet and Artwork.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Enterprise 1 (E1) would be an asset.
• Two or more years' experience working in a Distribution or Manufacturing Environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-bound inspection and assist with customer returns and out-bound inspection audits.
• Familiarity with RF Scanner, Cubiscan Scanning and Calipers.
• Work with Quality Assurance Manager to ensure quality and company requirements are followed.

Skills

Communication skills

Spec sheets & artwork interpretation

MS Office & Excel

RF Scanner / Cubiscan / Calipers

WMS / E1 knowledge

2+ years in distribution/manufacturing

Education

High School diploma or higher

Tools

RF Scanner

Cubiscan

Calipers

Pallet jack

Powered Industrial Equipment

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Summary:

Quality Inspector II is responsible for performing in-bound inspection, assist with customer returns and out-bound inspection audits, and should be familiar with using instruments such as Radio Frequency (RF) Scanner, Cubiscan Scanning and Calipers. Must have good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite. Quality Inspector II works directly with the Quality Assurance Manager to ensure all quality and company requirements are followed.

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or higher

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Must be able to read Spec Sheet and Artwork.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Enterprise 1 (E1) would be an asset.
• Two or more years' experience working in a Distribution or Manufacturing Environment.

Operational Equipment

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Quality Control: Fast-paced, standing on concrete floors up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Functional vision and hearing required.

Physical Demands

Quality Control: Medium, lifting up to 70 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 70 lbs.

Hand-held RF Scanner, manual/motorized pallet jack, Powered Industrial Equipment

The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.