Quality Inspector

Founded in 1990, Pioneer Service has built a solid reputation as a Precision Machine Shop providing Swiss Screw Machine Products, and Centerless Grinding Services. Our 63,000-square foot facility is in Hodgkins, IL.

Pioneer Service is a privately held, Certified Woman‑Owned Business. Our team takes pride in providing our customers with a competitive edge within their market by continually delivering the highest quality components and services on‑time. Pioneer Service delivers quick turnaround times on low and high volume run orders. We serve a vast number of industries.

The Quality Inspector is responsible for following Pioneer Service procedures to conduct the first article, in‑process and final inspection on produced parts to ensure parts are defect‑free. Report directly to Director of Quality. Use of all hand‑held metrology equipment (Plug gages, Ring gages, Micrometers, etc.) a must. Maintain all quality records in ERP System, operating automated equipment a Keyence Vision system is a plus.

• Communicate quality or compliance concerns with urgency.
• Perform first article, in‑process & final inspection on parts utilizing inspection equipment.
• Use knowledge of GD&T, QA methods & standards, inspection procedures & QA work instructions.
• Update and maintain inspection documents.
• Ensure production has calibrated inspection equipment.
• Support, understand and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Provide quality inspection of parts received from outside vendors.

• Work weekdays Monday thru Thursday 7AM-4:30PM and Friday 7AM-11AM.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in Quality Inspection.
• Experience using measurement instruments: comparators, calipers, micrometers etc.
• Must have good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Good arithmetic skills.
• Prefer working knowledge of industry standards AS9100, ISO
  13485 &/or ISO
  900.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a production environment & quality lab.

• Competitive Hourly Salary based on experience.
• Matching 401(k) contribution up to 5%.
• Paid Time‑off and Nine (9) Paid Holidays.
• Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk, stand, sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel parts. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with appropriate assistance. Must be able to be on feet (not sitting) up to 60% of the time.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ear protection may be required for certain processes. Closed‑toed shoes and eye protection are required for all activity on the shop floor.

Pre‑employment drug testing and background check required.