Quality Inspector I

Title: Quality Inspector
Location: Winston Salem, NC
Hire Type: Contract - Hire
Shift: 2nd shift, 3pm - 11:30pm (Monday - Friday), some Saturdays as OT required
Hourly Rate: $18.00-20.00 plus $2.50 shift differential
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Summary: Performs product and process inspections throughout the manufacturing facility to ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications. This role conducts in-process and final inspections, documents defects and nonconformances, and works with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues.

Job Duties: 

• Inspect large, complex assemblies, sub-assemblies, and finished products for conformance to specifications
• Perform in-process inspections and product audits throughout manufacturing and record defect data
• Identify, document, and process nonconforming materials
• Read and interpret drawings, prints, work instructions, and other technical documentation
• Use measuring and test equipment to verify product dimensions and quality requirements
• Maintain inspection records, quality documentation, and document change controls
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving related to manufacturing quality issues
• Perform weld inspections and support weld monitoring and sampling activities
• Assist with PPAP/FAI documentation, calibration activities, and development of work instructions and procedures
• Support customer, third party, and special project inspections as needed

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous quality inspection experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as welding, machining, assembly, and receiving inspection
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and assembly instructions
• Experience using inspection and measurement equipment such as calipers and tape measures
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, and/or FAI processes
• Familiarity with gauge calibration and MSA
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.