Senior Quality Control Inspector

Title: Senior Quality Control Inspector
Company: Global Power Components – www.globalpowercomponents.com
Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)
Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire (3+ months)

Overview:
Global Power Components is a privately held, financially sound, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. Global Power Components is seeking a Senior Quality Control Inspector.  This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with strong mechanical aptitude and proven experience conducting comprehensive inspections on mechanical systems and integrated electrical equipment.

Shift Details:
Openings available on 1st and 2nd shift

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections on mechanical and electrical assemblies to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications.
• Ensure all quality documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
• Coordinate with the Quality Control team to ensure progress and meet production and shipping timelines.
• Identify and escalate quality issues that may impact delivery or product performance.
• Maintain visibility of product status throughout the QC and production process.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Participate in corrective actions for non-conformances and recurring defects.
• Support training efforts and ensure staff are informed of current quality standards and procedures.
• Participate in audits, process reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in updating SOPs, training materials, and inspection protocols as needed.

Daily Activity Breakdown:
10% - Part and component inspection
80% - Assembly and final product inspection
10% - Process Improvements, CA/PA, Data process/analysis/reporting, and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in quality control or inspection in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in power generation, diesel systems, or enclosure manufacturing preferred.
• Weld knowledge is preferred, especially weld inspection
• Proficiency in blueprint reading, mechanical drawings, and customer-supplied manuals.
• The ability to read and interpret measurements using rulers, calipers, and other precision tools.  Skills in MS Excel and Word; experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) and SharePoint is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with Pareto charts, defect tracking, and process improvement initiatives is a plus.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to write clear and effective corrective actions and follow through on resolution.
• Assessments Prior to Interview
• Mechanical aptitude and math evaluation
• Parts/tools identification test
• Blueprint reading and inspection simulation

Why Join Us?
Global Power Components is a fast-paced, growth-oriented company where innovation and quality are core values. We offer opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and meaningful contributions to product and process excellence. Our work directly supports the infrastructure of hyperscale data centers, making quality and reliability essential.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.