URGENT: Quality Inspector

Actalent; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Inspector to verify parts and assemblies meet exact specifications through first piece, in-process, and final inspections. The role requires setup of gauges, reading engineering drawings, and applying GD&T knowledge in a metals manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of QA/QC experience, proficiency with CMMs like Zeiss Calypso and Brown & Sharpe MicroVal, and strong documentation skills using MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent quality assurance or quality control experience in manufacturing or machining.
• Proficiency in performing first piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Ability to set up and use a variety of gauges and inspection tools.
• Experience with Zeiss Calypso software for CMM programming or operation.
• Experience with Brown & Sharpe MicroVal software for CMM programming or operation.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• General understanding of GD&T application and interpretation in an inspection context.
• Ability to operate CMMs and use micrometers, calipers, height stands, and comparators.
• Knowledge of metals and machine manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform first piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify that parts and assemblies meet specified requirements and quality standards.
• Set up and use gages, including bore gages, gage blocks, rail gages, and other inspection tools, to accurately measure and validate product dimensions.
• Identify and resolve minor inspection discrepancies during first piece and in-process inspections, and elevate major inspection issues to the Quality Engineer or Quality leadership as appropriate.
• Conduct random inspection audits at production machines to monitor ongoing product quality and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Work effectively with production employees to analyze quality issues, determine root causes, and implement practical corrective actions.
• Promote and maintain a positive, collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and high-quality output.
• Operate coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and other measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, height stands, and comparators to perform precise dimensional checks.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to understand product requirements and inspection criteria.
• Apply a general understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to evaluate part conformity and communicate findings.
• Use Microsoft Office products to document inspection results, prepare reports, and maintain organized quality records.
• Prioritize inspection tasks and manage workload effectively while working with minimal supervision.
• Support calibration activities and proper use of inspection equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
• Contribute to quality control and quality assurance initiatives within a machining and manufacturing environment, including metals and machine manufacturing operations.

Skills

First piece inspection

In-process inspection

Final inspection

Gage setup and use

CMM programming/operation

GD&T knowledge

MS Office documentation

Metal machining knowledge

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

Brown & Sharpe MicroVal

CMMs

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

The Quality Inspector ensures that manufactured parts and assemblies meet all quality standards by performing first piece, in-process, and final inspections. This role sets up and uses a variety of gages and measuring equipment, conducts random audits at production machines, and collaborates closely with production teams to identify issues and implement effective solutions. The position requires at least 2 years of recent quality assurance experience in a manufacturing or machining environment, strong inspection skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform first piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify that parts and assemblies meet specified requirements and quality standards.
• Set up and use gages, including bore gages, gage blocks, rail gages, and other inspection tools, to accurately measure and validate product dimensions.
• Identify and resolve minor inspection discrepancies during first piece and in-process inspections, and elevate major inspection issues to the Quality Engineer or Quality leadership as appropriate.
• Conduct random inspection audits at production machines to monitor ongoing product quality and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Work effectively with production employees to analyze quality issues, determine root causes, and implement practical corrective actions.
• Promote and maintain a positive, collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and high-quality output.
• Operate coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and other measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, height stands, and comparators to perform precise dimensional checks.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to understand product requirements and inspection criteria.
• Apply a general understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to evaluate part conformity and communicate findings.
• Use Microsoft Office products to document inspection results, prepare reports, and maintain organized quality records.
• Prioritize inspection tasks and manage workload effectively while working with minimal supervision.
• Support calibration activities and proper use of inspection equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
• Contribute to quality control and quality assurance initiatives within a machining and manufacturing environment, including metals and machine manufacturing operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of recent quality assurance or quality control experience, preferably in manufacturing or machining.
• Proficiency in performing first piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Ability to set up and use a variety of gages, including bore gages, gage blocks, rail gages, and related inspection tools.
• Experience with Zeiss Calypso software for CMM programming or operation.
• Experience with Brown & Sharpe MicroVal software for CMM programming or operation.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• General understanding of GD&T application and interpretation in an inspection context.
• Ability to operate coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and use micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators, and other precision measuring devices.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes, particularly in metals and machine manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products for documentation, reporting, and data tracking.
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in inspection and recordkeeping.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong quality inspection skills, including calibration awareness and quality checking of assemblies and components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing quality control and quality assurance activities in a metals manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with inspection of assemblies and machine-manufactured components.
• Comfort working with various calibration and measurement tools to maintain equipment reliability.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with production staff and convey inspection results clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive team environment and support continuous improvement efforts.

Work Environment

The role operates within a manufacturing and machining environment focused on metals and machine-produced components. Work is performed on or near production machinery and inspection areas, using co