Quality Inspector

Location: Joliet, IL
Pay: $25–$30/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire
Overtime: Occasional

Position Overview

Sterling Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join a manufacturing team in Joliet, IL. This position is responsible for inspecting incoming components, in-process assemblies, and finished products to ensure they meet customer specifications, engineering requirements, and quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on quality inspection experience who is comfortable working with precision measuring equipment, engineering drawings, ISO 9001 requirements, and manufacturing quality documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual, mechanical, and dimensional inspections of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, components, and finished products
• Conduct incoming, in-process, first-piece, and final inspections
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, digital gauges, CMMs, and other precision measuring equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and tolerances
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records
• Identify and document non-conforming material and maintain NCRs
• Collect and analyze quality data to identify defects and recurring quality issues
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Work closely with Production and Engineering to resolve quality concerns and improve processes
• Support ISO 9001 quality systems, third-party ISO audits, and audit preparation
• Communicate with customers as needed regarding quality issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing operation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of quality inspection or quality assurance experience in manufacturing
• Experience with wire harnesses, cable assemblies, electronics, or electrical manufacturing strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards is a strong plus
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, digital gauges, and other mechanical inspection equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
• Experience identifying non-conformances and supporting corrective actions
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with Quality, Production, Engineering, Management, and customers