Quality Inspector

We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join a manufacturing team onsite in Ballston Spa, New York. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is suited for someone who can uphold product quality across incoming, in-process, and final inspections while partnering closely with production to address issues quickly and effectively. The role requires sound judgment, strong documentation habits, openness to help with additional duties, the ability to interpret technical information in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and team-centric, positivity driven soft skills.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out inspections and verification activities at multiple stages of production to confirm products meet defined quality expectations.

• Evaluate incoming materials, work-in-progress items, and completed units using approved methods, measurement tools, and technical documentation.

• Monitor manufacturing activity on the floor, perform routine line assessments, and address quality concerns as they arise during the shift.

• Record inspection outcomes, test data, and product traceability details with accuracy to support compliance and reporting needs.

• Interpret drawings, specifications, and established procedures to make informed decisions on product acceptance or rejection.

• Provide day-to-day guidance to production and inspection personnel on quality standards, print interpretation, and inspection-related questions.

• Support the control of nonconforming material by assisting with investigations, disposition activities, and escalation of issues when risk or customer impact is involved.

• Contribute to audit readiness by maintaining organized quality records, supporting calibration tracking activities, and participating in customer or third-party audit support.

• Promote a safe, quality-focused work environment and assist with ongoing process improvement efforts across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in quality inspection or quality control within a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, specifications, and related technical documents.
• Hands-on experience with inspection equipment, measurement tools, and quality verification practices.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing workflows, quality records, and standard inspection documentation.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems used in production environments.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to make routine inspection and disposition decisions independently.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach when working with production, quality, and cross-functional teams.

Compensation

$20.00-$25.00 Hourly

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