Quality Inspector

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Quality Inspector to join our Manufacturing team in Spokane, WA. This individual is responsible for ensuring all products manufactured at the facility meet established quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. This role provides hands-on inspection, testing, and documentation across incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished goods. The inspector identifies issues and feeds data to Quality Engineer, works with Production Supervisor to correct issues on the line. This role is a core role that serves as a key link between production, engineering, and quality management to drive continuous improvement and defect prevention in a high-volume, large-scale modular construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional, mechanical, and visual inspections on raw materials, in-process components, and finished modular mechanical products.
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM, etc.).
• Conduct pressure/leak testing, electrical continuity checks, and functional testing of integrated modular units.
• Sample and test welds, coatings, seals, and mechanical connections for compliance.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, test results, and nonconformance reports (NCRs) in the quality management system (QMS).
• Support preparation of quality documentation for customer submittals, agency approvals (UL, ASME, ICC, etc.), and internal audits.
• Track quality metrics such as defect rates, first-pass yield, and rework trends.
• Work closely with production supervisors, engineers, and program managers to resolve quality issues at the source.
• Escalate recurring issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Participate in root-cause analysis (RCA), lean/continuous improvement events, and first article inspections.
• Ensure inspections comply with ISO 9001, ASME, AWS, and other relevant codes/standards.
• Verify product safety and compliance with customer specifications, industry regulations, and internal standards.
• Promote a culture of quality and accountability across the plant.

Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering preferred. Relevant experience may be substituted.
• 3+ years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment (preferably modular offsite construction products or mechanical, HVAC, piping, or electrical equipment).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Experience with QMS software, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or DfMA principles is a plus.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), or equivalent.
• OSHA 10/30 safety training

Qualifications

• Current US Work Authorization

Skills

• Quality Inspection
• Manufacturing Environment
• Inspection Equipment
• Quality Management System
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• DfMA Principles
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• OSHA Compliance

Benefits

PeopleFirst Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with low or zero deductible options and low out-of-pocket maximums
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commute benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Pay and Schedule

The pay range for this position is $22.33 – $31.93 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

Benefits

PeopleFirst Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with low or zero deductible options and low out-of-pocket maximums
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commute benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.