Quality Inspector in Joliet

Energy Jobline ZR; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector in Joliet, IL. The role inspects incoming components, in-process assemblies, and finished products to ensure conformance to drawings, specifications and quality standards.

The candidate should have hands-on inspection experience, read engineering drawings, and work with precision measuring equipment. ISO 9001 familiarity and a collaborative attitude are essential for supporting continuous improvement and audits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in quality inspection or quality assurance in manufacturing.
• Experience with wire harnesses, cable assemblies, electronics, or electrical manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards is a plus.
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, digital gauges, and CMMs.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborates with Quality, Production, Engineering, Management and customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, mechanical, and dimensional inspections of wire harnesses and finished products.
• Conduct incoming, in-process, first-piece, and final inspections.
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, digital gauges, CMMs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specs, and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Identify non-conforming material and maintain NCRs.
• Collect and analyze quality data to identify defects.
• Support ISO 9001 quality systems and audits.
• Communicate with customers about quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Digital gauges

CMMs

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Quality Inspector

Location: Joliet, IL
Pay: $25–$30/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire
Overtime: Occasional

Position Overview

Sterling Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join a manufacturing team in Joliet, IL. This position is responsible for inspecting incoming components, in-process assemblies, and finished products to ensure they meet customer specifications, engineering requirements, and quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on quality inspection experience who is comfortable working with precision measuring equipment, engineering drawings, ISO 9001 requirements, and manufacturing quality documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual, mechanical, and dimensional inspections of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, components, and finished products
• Conduct incoming, in-process, first-piece, and final inspections
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, digital gauges, CMMs, and other precision measuring equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and tolerances
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records
• Identify and document non-conforming material and maintain NCRs
• Collect and analyze quality data to identify defects and recurring quality issues
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Work closely with Production and Engineering to resolve quality concerns and improve processes
• Support ISO 9001 quality systems, third-party ISO audits, and audit preparation
• Communicate with customers as needed regarding quality issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing operation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of quality inspection or quality assurance experience in manufacturing
• Experience with wire harnesses, cable assemblies, electronics, or electrical manufacturing strongly
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards is a strong plus
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, digital gauges, and other mechanical inspection equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
• Experience identifying non-conformances and supporting corrective actions
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with Quality, Production, Engineering, Management, and customers

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