Senior Quality Inspector

Strohwig-Industries; Town of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

PTO

Training & Apprenticeship Opportunites

Shift Premium 15% on 2nd shift

Uniforms provided

Safety shoe & glasses reimbursement

Job summary

Strohwig Industries Richfield, WI is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector to ensure the highest standards for precision-machined aerospace components. 1st and 2nd shifts are available with a 15% premium on the 2nd shift.

Inspect parts with advanced CMMs, interpret drawings and GD&T, and participate in PPAP and AS9100 quality activities. Five+ years of experience and strong documentation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of quality inspection experience in precision machining.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience operating CMMs and working with ISO 9001/AS9100 systems.
• Knowledge of SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis methods.
• Strong documentation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced dimensional inspections using CMMs and precision equipment.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Complete First Article Inspections (AS9102) and required documentation.
• Review and maintain inspection plans and quality documentation.
• Support PPAP activities and customer qualification requirements.
• Investigate nonconforming product and participate in root cause and corrective actions.
• Maintain calibration and inspection equipment and participate in audits.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to improve quality.
• Mentor junior Quality Technicians and promote best practices.

Skills

GD&T

CMM operation

Blueprint interpretation

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Quality/Manufacturing

Tools

PC-DMIS

Zeiss Calypso

Job description

Senior Quality Inspector

Strohwig Industries Inc Richfield, Wisconsin, United States

Richfield, WI | Full-Time | 1st & 2nd Shift Available

Senior Quality Inspector

Earn a 15% Shift Premium on 2nd Shift

$35.00–$50.00 per hour

Inspect the Parts Others Can't.

At Strohwig, quality is more than a final inspection; it's built into everything we manufacture.

We produce complex precision-machined components for the aerospace, defense, energy, and other demanding industries where quality isn't optional—it's mission critical.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quality Inspector who enjoys working with advanced inspection equipment, solving quality challenges, and ensuring every component meets the highest standards before it reaches our customers.

If you take pride in precision, enjoy working with engineering drawings and CMMs, and want to be part of a collaborative quality team, we'd love to meet you.

Why Strohwig?

For more than 40 years, Strohwig has built a reputation for solving difficult manufacturing challenges. Our 210,000-square-foot manufacturing facility utilizes advanced machining technology and precision inspection equipment to manufacture components that require exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Our Quality team plays a vital role in every product we ship. Here, your expertise directly impacts customer success.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Quality Inspector, you will:

• Perform advanced dimensional inspections using CMMs, optical comparators, height gages, micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirements
• Complete First Article Inspections (AS9102) and customer-required inspection documentation
• Review and maintain inspection plans, quality documentation, and control plans
• Support PPAP activities and customer qualification requirements
• Investigate nonconforming product and participate in root cause and corrective action activities
• Maintain calibration and inspection equipment
• Participate in internal, customer, and AS9100 quality audits
• Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to improve product quality and manufacturing processes
• Mentor newer Quality Technicians while helping strengthen quality best practices across the department

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five or more years of quality inspection experience in a precision machining or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System
• Knowledge of SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis methodologies
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field
• Seven or more years of quality inspection experience
• Experience using PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, or similar CMM software
• Experience supporting aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing environments

Benefits

15% Shift Premium for 2nd Shift

We believe great employees deserve great benefits.

• Medical & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Dental Insurance
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Plans Available
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Unpaid Excused Absences
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Training & Apprenticeship Opportunities
• Safety Shoe & Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement Program

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Earn $35.00–$50.00 per hour
• 15% Shift Premium on 2nd Shift
• Inspect complex aerospace, defense, and high-precision components
• Work with advanced CMMs and precision inspection technology
• Collaborate with Engineers, Machinists, and Manufacturing professionals
• Modern manufacturing facility with advanced equipment
• Stable, growing Wisconsin manufacturer
• Opportunities for continued technical growth and advancement

About Strohwig

Strohwig is a precision machining manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, energy, and other high-performance industries. We specialize in solving complex manufacturing challenges through advanced machining technology, engineering expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

If you're passionate about precision, quality, and solving complex inspection challenges, we'd love to have you join the Strohwig team.

1st Shift 5:45 am - 2:15 pm
2nd Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm