Quality Inspector in Buffalo Grove

Energy Jobline ZR; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking Quality Inspectors for day and night shifts in Buffalo Grove, IL. The role involves inspecting, testing, and verifying products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Candidates with experience in medical device plastics or regulated manufacturing are preferred. You will read drawings, use calipers, gauges, micrometers, CMM, and optical gaging equipment to collect data, review documentation, and report nonconformities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of quality inspection experience.
• Experience in medical, plastics, or regulated manufacturing.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with inspection tools and fixtures.
• Experience with SPC tools is a plus.
• Associate degree (not required).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, measure, and evaluate parts and finished products for defects and specification compliance.
• Read and interpret part drawings, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Use measurement tools including calipers, gauges, micrometers, force gauges, CMM, and optical gaging equipment.
• Collect samples and analyze test data to determine product quality results.
• Perform lot documentation reviews and ensure compliance with documentation standards.
• Identify and reject nonconforming materials or products.
• Write nonconformance, deviation, and rework reports.
• Communicate inspection findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Support company policies including cGMP, ISO standards, safety requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Statistical concepts

Measurement tools

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Micrometers

CMM

Optical gaging equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description Quality Inspector – Day and Night Shift (12-Hour Rotation) Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Pay: $24.00 – $26.00/hour
Shift: Day/ Night Shift (12-Hour Shifts) 6am to 6pm OR 6pm to 6am Schedule: 2-2-3 Rotation (only work 15 days out of the month) Shift Differential: +10% Night Shift Premium

Position Overview

We are seeking Quality Inspectors to join our night shift team supporting manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for inspecting, testing, and verifying products to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and operating procedures. Ideal candidates will have experience in medical device, plastics, or precision manufacturing environments and a strong attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect, test, measure, and evaluate parts and finished products for defects and specification compliance
• Read and interpret part drawings, specifications, and inspection procedures
• Use measurement tools including calipers, gauges, micrometers, force gauges, CMM, and optical gaging equipment
• Collect samples and analyze test data to determine product quality results
• Perform lot documentation reviews and ensure compliance with documentation standards
• Identify and reject nonconforming materials or products
• Write nonconformance, deviation, and rework reports
• Communicate inspection findings and recommend corrective actions
• Support company policies including cGMP, ISO standards, safety requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of quality inspection experience
• Experience in medical, plastics, or regulated manufacturing
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
• Familiarity with inspection tools and fixtures
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools is a plus
• Associate degree (not required)

Work Environment

• Cleanroom and manufacturing environment
• PPE and cleanroom apparel required
• Moderate noise levels

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly pay up to $26/hr + Night shift differential

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.