URGENT: Quality Inspector

Actalent is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure manufactured parts and assemblies meet all quality standards through first piece, in-process, and final inspections in a metals and machine manufacturing environment.

About the role

The Quality Inspector sets up and uses a variety of gages and measuring equipment, conducts random audits at production machines, and collaborates with production teams to identify issues and implement solutions. This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in South Milwaukee, WI.

Responsibilities

• Perform first piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify 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; escalate major issues to the Quality Engineer or leadership.
• Conduct random inspection audits at production machines to monitor ongoing product quality and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with production employees to analyze quality issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Promote 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 for precise dimensional checks.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to understand product requirements and inspection criteria.
• Apply 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 with minimal supervision.
• Support calibration activities and proper use of inspection equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
• Contribute to quality control and assurance initiatives within machining and manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• 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 gages, including bore gages, gage blocks, and rail gages.
• Experience with Zeiss Calypso or 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 precision measuring devices (micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators).
• Knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes, particularly in metals and machine manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for documentation, reporting, and data tracking.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in inspection and recordkeeping.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience performing quality control and 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 near production machinery and inspection areas using CMMs, micrometers, calipers, height stands, comparators, gage blocks, bore gages, rail gages, and other precision measuring devices. The position involves regular interaction with production employees and quality team members, emphasizing collaboration, problem-solving, and maintaining high quality standards. The environment requires attention to safety, organization, and accuracy, typically involving standard manufacturing hours with independent management of inspection priorities.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)