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Inspector - 3rd Shift

Fort Wayne Metals
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026
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At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers’ stents and surgical robots to aircraft and automobiles. At our essence, we are thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers, leveraging our knowledge of materials to create customized solutions for our customers.


Join us in our dedication to making a tangible impact through our advanced materials and superior products.


Overview

The main responsibility of an Inspector is to test and evaluate incoming raw materials, in-process materials, and finished materials to determine its suitability for use in FWM products. Monitor and assess the quality of the wire to ensure it meets FWM's standards and customer specifications.
3rd Shift hours: 12:00 am - 8:00 am. Training will likely take place on 1st shift: 7:50 am - 4:20 pm, Monday - Friday.

Compensation: Starting rate is $22.79/hour plus a $1.50 shift premium for third shift.


Education & Experience Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalency required.
  • Will be required satisfactorily complete Level I Inspection class once in position.
  • 1 year of manufacturing experience is required. Hands-on technical experience, including but not limited to mechanical, machine shop, fabrication, audio-visual, quality control/assurance, maintenance, inspection, or engineering experience may be considered in lieu of manufacturing

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform tests and inspections in a timely and efficient manner to minimize the investment of labor and materials in unsuitable wire and ensure the wire meets FWM and customer criteria.
  • Provide insight regarding the cause of insufficient wire quality and devise proposals to eliminate them.
  • Verifies certification of processes and material on incoming products as required by Fort Wayne Metals specification and procedures.
  • Follow inspection procedures regarding testing and inspection of wire.
  • Uses a variety of precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, optical comparators.
  • Report inspection information to the Plant Manager, Team Leader, and/or Department Shift Lead as needed.
  • Manipulation of information regarding materials in various systems.
  • Ensure correct inventory status of raw materials if applicable based on department.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills Needed:

  • Based on location, may be required to obtain forklift certification.
  • Ability to perform basic computer functions.
  • Possess intermediate math, reading, and writing skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Understand and apply safe work practices.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

  • Fast-paced production environment.
  • Overtime may sometimes be necessary.
  • Work hours consist of 40 hours per week.
  • Appropriate PPE must be worn where posted and required.
  • Lifting Requirements: Up to 50 lbs.
  • Pushing/Pulling Requirements: Up to 200 lbs.
  • Substantial reaching, bending, and pulling during the shift.
  • Must be able to access all areas of operation, including second floors.
  • Standing/walking most of the shift.
  • Visual Acuity.

This position is in a clean, climate-controlled facility!


Benefits & Wellness Resources

The health and well-being of Fort Wayne Metals is a critical part of our culture. In addition to offering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to suit your needs, we’d like to share some of the other fundamental resources that make Fort Wayne Metals a premier place to work:

Physical Wellness

  • Parkview Wellness Coach
    • Ready to assist with your physical and nutritional wellness needs.
  • Gym Facilities
    • 4 onsite gym locations as well as discounts for regional gym facilities
  • Health Challenges
    • From pickleball tournaments, sponsored races & sports leagues, to participating in the YMCA’s Corporate Challenge, we have a variety of fun ways to stay active.

Mental Wellness

  • When You Need to Talk
    • 5 sessions of counseling are available to you and all members of your immediate household at no cost.
  • Relaxing Time-Off
    • Qualify for Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay on your first day of employment.

Social Wellness

  • Epic Events
    • From TinCaps Night to family days at the zoo, we offer multiple activities throughout the year for employees and their families.
  • Employee Resource Group
    • A voluntary, employee-led group formed to bring employees together and is centered around a common interest or identity.

Professional Wellness

  • Grow Your Career
    • We offer many opportunities to continue your development and growth.
  • Performance Feedback
    • Receive regular and constructive feedback from your manager and peers to help you grow and improve.

Financial Wellness

  • Annual Profit Sharing & 401k matching
    • Dropping dollars into your 401k. When you contribute 7%, we’ll contribute 3.5%.
  • Quarterly Bonus
    • When we perform well, everyone benefits! Receive discretionary bonuses each quarter based on company performance.
  • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Getting your first degree? Great! Whatever your major, we’ll help pick up the tab!
  • Your Money Line
    • Employer-provided 1:1 financial guidance, education, & tools – so you can stress less about money and enjoy greater stability & confidence.
There are many reasons to apply for this position, and these are just a few. Join us!

Notice to Employees and Applicants:

This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; the applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products Corp is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Accessibility@fwmetals.com.
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