Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level II

SQA Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement at US gov't rate

Travel time paid at 50% hourly rate

Job summary

SQA Services, Inc. is hiring a Quality Mechanical Inspector in Chicago, IL for the first shift. The role involves on-site inspection of precision mechanical parts at client suppliers in the Midwest, using GD&T and various inspection tools.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on inspection experience, reads drawings accurately, and can document conformance to specifications. This on-site position requires attention to detail and strong measurement skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions using hand tools.
• Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
• Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precision mechanical inspections at client suppliers in Chicago, IL and Midwest.
• Verify workmanship and conformance to drawings/drawings to specifications.
• Inspect various parts and assemblies using micrometers, indicators, calipers, and CMMs.
• Perform surface plate inspection of first article, in-process, or lot samples.
• Document inspection results and ensure conformance to standards.

Skills

Precision inspection

GD&T

Reading drawings

CMM usage

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Inspection certification (GD&T)

Tools

Micrometers

Gauge blocks

Dial indicators

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Profilometers

CMMs

Job description

For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors

We’re hiring for a Quality Mechanical Inspector position in Chicago, IL. The schedule is for the first shift, full-time or Part-time. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• You will be conducting precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers in Chicago, IL, and the Midwest region
• Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials
• Inspection may include, but is not limited to, purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
• Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required
• Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary
• Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products
• Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards
• Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005") using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges)
• Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation
• Ability to adapt to new technology and softwareExcellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience
• Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus

Note:

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Must be ITAR compliant.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

• 50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p")
• Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.725 per mile driven). Untaxed.