Inspection Team Lead

C.H. Thompson is currently seeking an Inspection Team Lead to join our team. The Inspection Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily workflow within the inspection department to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and customer delivery requirements are met. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and team management skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

About Us:

C.H. Thompson is a premier one-stop shop for all your finishing needs. Our continuous focus on improving quality and increasing productivity has made CH Thompson Finishing a leader in the industry.

We offer several services including anodizing, painting, powder coating, intricate masking and silk screening, allowing us to provide multiple finishes on individual parts. We service a multitude of industries including: aerospace, agricultural, automotive, computer, electronics, household, industrial, medical and military. Our customer base ranges from small privately owned machine shops to top Fortune 500 companies such as Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics and BAE Systems.

We are also proud to be ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D and NADCAP certified!

Position Overview

• Lead and support the inspection team in daily operations
• Monitor production schedules and department progress to ensure on-time delivery performance
• Communicate potential delays, manpower concerns, or overtime needs to upper management proactively
• Assist hands-on with departmental tasks including unmasking, touch-up work, inspection support, and other production activities as needed
• Assign and adjust work tasks based on employee strengths, workflow efficiency, and department priorities
• Identify bottlenecks within processes and actively assist the team to maintain production flow
• Ensure employees are following company policies, procedures, quality standards, and work instructions
• Maintain a strong floor presence and provide leadership, accountability, and motivation to the team
• Encourage teamwork, efficiency, and continuous improvement within the department
• Speak up when processes appear inefficient or unclear and work with management to improve operations
• Work closely with Production, Quality, and Customer Service teams to support overall company goals
• Assist in training and developing employees within the department

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Demonstrated leadership skills preferred (e.g., previous supervisory roles, high school/collegiate sports team captains, or student organization leaders)
  • Manufacturing or production environment experience strongly preferred but not required
• Skills & Competencies:

• • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and able to hold employees accountable
  • Team-oriented mindset with strong leadership presence
  • Willingness to be hands-on and actively involved in department operations
  • Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities throughout the day

Shift Hours:

• Monday – Thursday 6:30am – 3:30pm, Friday 6:30am-12:30pm

Total Compensation Package:

• Wage
  • $19.00 - $23.00/ hour
  • Compensation depends on the selected candidate's experience.
• Benefits - We recognize the value of a comprehensive benefits package and work vigorously to ensure our package meets the needs of our employees and their families. Eligible employees can elect and participate in variety of benefits including:
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation / Sick Time
  • 401 (k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits including Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance and Life Insurance
  • Free Fountain Soda Machine On-site!

C.H. Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.