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Quality Assurance / Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift
Location: Peosta, Iowa | On-Site
Pay: $20 - $25/hour $0.50/hour shift differential
Work only 4 days per week and enjoy a 3-day weekend every week!
Premier Tooling & Manufacturing is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join its 2nd Shift team. This position is responsible for inspecting manufactured parts using approved quality inspection techniques to ensure products meet customer and company standards.
Candidates with machining or manufacturing experience who have performed quality inspections as part of their role are encouraged to apply.
2nd Shift Schedule
- Monday through Thursday, 3:30 PM - 2 AM
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday off! plus a $0.50 shift differential
- Overtime (OT): Occasional OT needed on Friday night (3:30-Midnight) and Saturday afternoon (11AM-5PM). They are on a rotating schedule if OT is required for the weekend.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting pay is based on experience, blueprint reading ability, and quality inspection experience.
- A monthly attendance award is paid at $174 per month (equivalent to $1/hr).
- Paid Time Off: Two weeks of paid vacation available at the time of hire
- Competitive Benefits & Perks Package: Medical and Dental insurance, company paid Life insurance, 401k with an excellent employer match, and more!
Essential Functions
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Perform receiving, first piece, in-process, and last piece inspections
- Conduct final audit inspections and dock audits
- Perform part layout inspections and quality documentation (PPAP, ISIR, APQP)
- Paint and engrave templates
- Utilize statistical process controls (SPC) methods
- Assist with calibration activities
- Participate in corrective action investigations and continuous improvement efforts
Skills & Qualifications
- Basic math skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to use calipers, micrometers, protractors, specialized gauges, and CMM equipment (training provided as needed)
- Ability to learn and retain new processes, procedures, and quality standards
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Knowledge of ISO quality standards and procedures is a plus
- Demonstrated reliability, attendance, and punctuality
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift, including walking up to three miles per shift
- Manual dexterity and coordination necessary to perform inspection and measurement tasks
- Commitment to following all safety policies and procedures
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous experience in manufacturing, machining, quality inspection, CNC operations, toolmaking, or a related production environment preferred
- Experience reading blueprints, interpreting specifications, and using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, or similar inspection equipment preferred
Why Join Premier?
- Locally owned and operated company
- Average employee tenure exceeds 12 years
- Stable workload and long-term career opportunities
- Clean manufacturing environment
Salary : $20 - $25