Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector will support a growing quality team within a manufacturing environment. This individual will be responsible for performing hands-on inspections across incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods to ensure products meet quality standards and specifications. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work directly on the production floor using inspection tools and measurement equipment. The inspector will also support quality investigations, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final product inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Use inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, PMI guns, and tape measures.
• Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accuracy related to the work performed.
• Identify and document quality issues or discrepancies and escalate as needed.
• Support quality investigations and corrective actions (CAPAs).
• Complete quality documentation in accordance with procedures.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and internal processes.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Assist in continuous improvement efforts related to quality and inspection processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate degree.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment with direct exposure to quality inspection processes.
• Experience handling finished products and/or fabricated components, ideally in environments dealing with heavy or large-scale materials.
• Computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret product drawings and specifications, purchase orders, SOPs, and Work Instructions.
• Proven ability to use basic precision measurement tools, including digital and/or manual calipers, tape measures, and micrometers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $25 - $30