Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

Quality Control Inspector

Malden, MA
$28 per hour
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Quality Control Inspector – Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Quality Control Inspector to join a growing manufacturing team in Malden, MA.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and bring strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset.

This is a hands-on quality inspection position involving dimensional inspections, documentation, and regular interaction with Production, Shipping, and other departments. The Quality Control Inspector will help support quality requirements, resolve nonconformances, and ensure products meet customer and company standards.

The company provides comprehensive metal-forming solutions, including shearing, punching, forming, metal spinning, machining, wire EDM, and assembly capabilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

What You'll Do

• Work effectively within a team-oriented, detail-focused, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and schematics to verify product conformance.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, ring gauges, and thread gauges.
• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections throughout all stages of production.
• Ensure products and materials comply with engineering drawings, purchase orders, customer requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Release approved materials and finished products to Production and Shipping.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Coordinate with the Quality team and management to ensure finished products and raw materials meet established quality requirements.
• Identify, tag, segregate, and quarantine non-conforming materials; communicate findings and initiate containment actions as necessary.
• Notify department leadership when production holds or shipment holds are required due to quality concerns.
• Accurately document inspection results, including forms, computer data entry, scanning, and maintenance of quality records.
• Prepare and provide Certificates of Compliance (COCs) for all customer orders.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits and support audit activities as needed.
• Independently troubleshoot and address quality issues within assigned responsibilities.
• Support special projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and additional duties as assigned.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with multiple departments to maintain product quality and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of quality control experience within a manufacturing environment
• U.S. work authorization required
• Effective verbal and written communication in English required
• Spanish speaking a plus
• Team-oriented, customer-focused work ethic and strong time-management skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office, MS Word, and MS Excel
• Well-developed problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Collaborative attitude and desire to develop through learning
• Experience with metals is a plus, but not required—we will train

Organizational Relationships

This position reports directly to the Vice President/General Manager and collaborates closely with various departments, including Purchasing, Manufacturing, Shipping, Sales, and Accounting to support quality objectives, operational performance, and customer satisfaction.

Schedule & Pay

Pay: $28 per hour
Shift: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Location: Malden, MA

Apply Today

If you have quality control experience in a manufacturing environment and are comfortable working with blueprints, precision measuring…