Trailer Assembly Quality Assurance Inspector

Stoughton/STI Holdings; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton/STI Holdings on the production floor is seeking a Quality Inspector to champion trailer quality from sub-assembly to final unit. You will interpret engineering drawings and customer specifications, then put parts, sub-assemblies, and completed trailers to the test—verifying they meet exacting standards and documenting outcomes with precision.

You’ll record pass/fail decisions, sign off on forms, and help drive corrective actions when quality thresholds aren’t met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• FHWA test and recertification every two years.
• Basic computer proficiency; fluent in English; bilingual a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration across levels.
• Root-cause analysis and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor checkpoints on trailer assembly line and sub-assembly areas.
• Use inspection equipment to evaluate quality and safety.
• Confirm components align with drawings and specifications.
• Record pass/fail decisions and document reasons for nonconformance.
• Support corrective actions when acceptance or quality thresholds are not met.
• Communicate out-of-spec conditions to managers and track recurring issues.
• Maintain daily off-the-line status reports for units exiting sub-assembly and final assembly.
• Provide ongoing quality appraisals to leaders shaping finished trailers.

Skills

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Fluent English

Basic computer skills

Root cause analysis

Documentation accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring/test equipment

Job description

What you’ll doStep onto our production floor where trailers take shape, and champion quality from the first sub-assembly to the final unit rolling off the line. You’ll interpret engineering drawings and company/customer specifications, then put parts, sub-assemblies, and completed trailers to the test—verifying they meet exacting standards and documenting outcomes with precision.Day-to-day impactPartner on the trailer assembly line and in sub-assembly areas to monitor designated checkpoints set by the Quality Assurance Manager.Use inspection and test equipment—including brake test machine, light tester, man lift, bumper jack, ABS tester, wrenches, and tape measure—to evaluate quality and safety.Confirm that components and builds align with drawings, standards, and specifications for both company and customer requirements.Record pass/fail decisions, sign off on appropriate forms, and clearly capture reasons for any nonconformance.Support management in driving corrective actions when acceptance, reliability, or quality thresholds are not met.Communicate promptly with assembly line managers about out-of-spec conditions—especially recurring issues that appear on more than one unit.Maintain daily “off-the-line” status reports for all units exiting sub-assembly and final assembly.Provide ongoing product quality appraisals to leaders whose teams directly shape the finished trailer.Work safely, efficiently, and productively while following company policies and procedures; contribute to a collaborative, quality-first culture.Maintain reliable attendance and be available for mandatory overtime when required.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent (education and/or experience considered).Mandatory: FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) test and re-certification every two years.Basic computer proficiency; fluent in English (spoken and written); bilingual abilities are a plus.Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with hourly manufacturing employees and all levels of management.Core strengthsDetail orientation—digging into root causes, not just symptoms.Motivation—driven to improve and follow through.Organization—systematic and orderly approach to work.Training you’ll receiveNew-hire orientation.Company-provided instruction on trailer specifications, engineering drawings, and quality-check procedures.Hands-on training to operate measuring and test equipment.Equipment operation training may include: Utility/Golf Cart; Aerial Lifts – Genie/Wave/Manlifts.Proficiency expectedQuality Inspection ExperienceQuality Control ExperienceAccessibilityAbove is a list of the most important responsibilities and functions, which are essential to the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Accommodations will be evaluated and provided to eligible employees on a case by case basis, depending on the employee's medical restrictions, work availability, the nature of the position, the position's essential functions and other relevant factors.