Quality Inspector

Location: Battle Creek, MI
Pay: $16.00/hour
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Job Summary

We are hiring a Quality Inspector to help ensure products meet quality and customer requirements. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Quality Inspector will perform inspections, record production data, follow standardized work instructions, and help maintain a safe and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products to ensure they meet quality and production requirements.
• Follow standardized work instructions and quality procedures.
• Accurately collect and record inspection and project data.
• Perform visual inspections and identify defects or quality concerns.
• Use basic measuring and inspection tools as needed.
• Help ensure work areas meet 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Communicate quality concerns to team members and leadership.
• Assist team members with quality-related tasks as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and company policies.
• Complete required training within established timeframes.
• Maintain professional appearance and workplace conduct.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, or quality inspection experience preferred.
• Experience using hand tools is a plus.
• Experience with basic measuring tools such as calipers or micrometers is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of measurements and quality standards.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Must be able to successfully complete required background and pre-employment screening.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend as needed.
• Ability to handle and lift items weighing approximately 10–50 pounds for extended periods.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to distinguish between colors, including red, yellow, and green.
• Ability to work around dust, mist, vapors, and fumes while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to wear required safety equipment, including safety glasses and appropriate hair protection.

Why Apply?

• Full-time weekday schedule
• Consistent 1st shift hours
• Monday–Friday schedule
• $16.00/hour
• Manufacturing and quality experience opportunity

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