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Quality Inspector - Level 1

Kenosha, WI 53144

Posted: 05/04/2026 Industry: Quality Control Job Number: 47961

Job Description

The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting incoming raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods to ensure compliance with contract specifications, company quality programs, and ISO standards. Working under general supervision, this role supports production flow by communicating with Production Supervisors and Material Handlers to facilitate material movement from receiving through inventory and production.

 

Responsibilities

  • Perform visual, dimensional, and content inspections on incoming, WIP, and finished components.

  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and SolidWorks drawings.

  • Identify, document, and quarantine nonconforming materials or components.

  • Conduct final inspections and audits to verify product conformance.

  • Perform 100% dimensional inspections as required.

  • Use and maintain precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, tape measures, gauges).

  • Verify, tag, and identify incoming materials for inventory control.

  • Maintain accurate inspection and quality records in accordance with ISO procedures.

  • Communicate and monitor rework and scrap activities.

  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

  • Follow all safety rules and quality procedures.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

 

Physical Demands

  • Lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and 25 lbs. frequently; move up to 75 lbs. with assistance.

  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and twisting.

  • Work at heights up to 15 feet.

  • Requires close, distance, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

 

Work Environment

  • Metal fabrication and assembly shop, plant grounds, and office environment.

  • Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, moving machinery, humidity, and weather conditions.

  • Required PPE includes safety glasses and safety shoes; additional PPE as needed.

 

Requirements

  • 1-3 years quality experience from a manufacturing environment specifically

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Strong understanding of quality control standards and inspection techniques.

  • Ability to read technical documents, drawings, and specifications.

  • Proficiency with basic computer applications.

  • Strong math, technical, and attention-to-detail skills.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and work well with cross-functional teams.

  • Forklift certification desirable; quality control certification preferred.

Meet Your Recruiter

Rhianna O'Shea
Recruiter

With a background in hospitality, I made the leap into recruiting when I joined Halpin — and I’ve loved every minute of connecting talent with opportunity! I’m passionate about building strong, lasting matches between clients and candidates by working with honesty, integrity, and a people-first approach.

When I’m not recruiting, you can usually find me listening to music, experimenting with photography, making art, getting lost in a good book, or hiking new trails.

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