QC Mechanical Inspector

Schulte Staffing is seeking an experienced Mechanical Quality Inspector for a precision manufacturing facility in Peabody, MA. This is a full-time, first-shift opportunity for a detail-oriented quality professional with experience inspecting precision-machined components and ensuring products meet engineering specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate has strong blueprint reading skills, experience with precision measuring instruments, and a background in first article, incoming material, in-process, and final inspections.

Pay: $28.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30

PM Shift: 1st Shift Job Type: Full-Time

Location:

Peabody, MA Work Environment:
On-site, precision manufacturing facility

• Perform incoming, first article, in-process, and final inspections of precision-machined components.
• Inspect raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality specifications.
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and optical comparators.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, tolerances, surface finishes, and product specifications.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and complete required inspection documentation.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials or products.
• Work closely with machinists, production personnel, and engineering teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Follow established inspection procedures, quality standards, and safety guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve product quality.

• Previous mechanical quality inspection experience in a precision machining or manufacturing environment required.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience using precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Experience performing incoming, in-process, first article, and final inspections.
• Understanding of dimensional inspection methods and manufacturing tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to accurately document inspection results and communicate quality concerns.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with manufacturing teams.

• Experience completing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Familiarity with CMM inspection equipment.
• Experience inspecting CNC-machined metal components.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality standards.
• Experience with nonconformance documentation and quality management systems.