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DSQR Quality Inspector

Skilled Manufacturing Inc
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

$2000 RETENTION BONUS

Participating Employer: MI Tr-Share Child Care Program

*Your child cost is reduced by 66% for eligible employees*

 

DSQR Quality Inspector

As a DSQR (Designated Supplier Quality Representative) Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality processing to our customer specifications.  DSQR Inspectors act as the liaison between the customer and the supplier (SMI), conducting inspections, audits, and verifications to maintain quality standards.  The essential duties need to be completed with a sense of urgency and accuracy to meet external customer expectations.   This person reports to the Quality Manager.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

  • Responsible for reviewing and interpreting drawings and other technical data requirements to perform visual and dimensional checks on finished goods before releasing shipment. 
  • Use of microscope and other basic inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, depth gage, height gage, etc.).
  • Responsible for reviewing or checking documentation (P/O, Certificate of Conformance, Material Certificates, Routers, IRLs, etc.) for accuracy.
  • Complying with all training, quality, compliance and safety policies, practices and procedures.  
  • Keeps management aware of any problems or potential problems in the quality of the product.
  • Enter scrap, rework, rejection, claim, and inspection data.
  • Provide Quality Control support to production and engineering.
  • Work well in a fast-paced environment to meet customer needs.
  • All other responsibilities assigned by the Manager.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Attention to visual and written details.
  • Ability to use and read measuring instruments, including but not limited to calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, visual surface comparators, depth mics, etc.
  • Effective communication skills, which include verbal and written skills in English.
  • Must be able to multi-task, have a positive attitude, and handle pressure under deadlines in a professional manner.
  • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and various specifications.
  • Ability to work with a high magnification scope for extended periods of time.
  • Must pass a vision screening and color test.
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Qualifications:

  • Must be willing to learn and obtain DPRV certification (company-paid).
  • 2 years of experience performing QA inspection in an aerospace manufacturing environment, or an Associate's Degree preferred.

Work Environment:

  • Sitting or standing for 10-hour shifts. Optional 8 hour shift available.
  • Moderate physical activity such as walking and lifting is required daily
  • Safety gear, such as approved safety glasses and safety shoes, are required at all times.
  • The ability to lift up to 25 lbs. regularly
  • Clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment

 

Benefits – starts the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment:

  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Company-paid Short-term Disability
  • Company-paid Long-term Disability
  • Company-paid Life Insurance

Benefits – Additional:

  • Paid Time Off available after 60 days of employment
  • 401K with employer match after 6 months of employment
  • Quarterly bonus program

Employment Criteria: 

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person, which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Due to the requirements of the Customer, No Visa sponsorship is available

We are a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. 

 


1st Shift position:
Monday - Friday
6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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