Real-Time Quality Inspector – Manufacturing

Socket.dev; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Agave Wire and Interstate Wire is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Associate to ensure products, materials, and processes meet defined quality standards through real-time inspections and verification on the production floor. This hourly, non-exempt role emphasizes preventing waste, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Responsibilities include real-time process verification, on-site inspections at multiple production stages, and reporting non-conformances to

Qualifications

• One year of QA experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specification drawings.
• Math aptitude and computer literacy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and microscopes.

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time verification of processes and machine setups on the floor.
• Conduct first article, in-process, and final inspections at every production stage.
• Ensure operators follow tooling care procedures.
• Identify and report non-conforming products or processes to prevent waste.
• Collect and document machine downtime information.
• Assist with additional quality tasks and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Manufacturing

Measurement tools

Microsoft Office

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Microscopes

Job description

Agave Wire and Interstate Wire is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Associate to ensure products, materials, and processes meet defined quality standards through real-time inspections and verification on the production floor. This hourly, non-exempt role emphasizes preventing waste, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Responsibilities include real-time process verification, on-site inspections at multiple production stages, and reporting non-conformances to