Quality Control Inspector
Location: St. Louis, MO Area
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay: $20.00-$26.00/hour
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.
Must have Skill Set:
- Previous Quality Control inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on metrology experience.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to join a growing manufacturing team in the St. Louis area. This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for candidates with metrology experience and a strong background in quality inspections. In this role, you'll perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards while supporting the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
Responsibilities
- Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections on manufactured products.
- Utilize dimensional measuring equipment, including OGP (Optical Gaging Products) systems and optical comparators.
- Apply metrology principles to verify product conformance to engineering specifications.
- Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records.
- Package inspected products according to work instructions.
- Close manufacturing work orders following inspection completion.
- Communicate quality requirements and inspection findings with Production, Receiving, and other departments.
- Record, investigate, and disposition Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) in a timely manner.
- Maintain compliance with the company's Quality Management System (QMS), including policies, procedures, work instructions, and documentation requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and QMS-related activities.
- Cross-train with team members to support operational efficiency and business continuity.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Assist with annual inventory counts and inventory discrepancy resolution.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous Quality Control inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on metrology experience.
- Experience using OGP (Optical Gaging Products) or other dimensional measuring systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and quality specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to inspect small, delicate components under microscopic magnification.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to cross-train and assist other departments as needed.
Why Join Us?
- Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential.
- Competitive pay of $20.00-$26.00/hour.
- Day shift in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
- Opportunity to work with advanced inspection and metrology equipment.
- Collaborative team with opportunities to expand your technical skills.
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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.