Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level II
SQA Services
Apply to this job Chicago, IL on site Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted April 15, 2026 Last posted June 1, 2026
Job description
For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors
We’re hiring for a Quality Mechanical Inspector position in Chicago, IL. The schedule is for the first shift, full-time or Part-time. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
One week of training in SoCal (Must be able to attend training). Travel accommodations will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
- You will be conducting precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers in Chicago, IL, and the Midwest region.
- Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials
- Inspection may include, but is not limited to, purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
- Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required
- Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary
- Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products
- Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards
- Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
- Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
- Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005”) using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
- Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
- Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
- Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.
Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Must be ITAR compliant.
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Compensation (from employer):
30–34 USD per-hour-wage
About this role
Summary
Conduct precision mechanical inspections, verify dimensions, document standards, and classify defects.
Job title
Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level II
Experience level
5+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
manufacturing
Location requirements
On-site in Chicago, IL, with travel to Midwest, no remote work allowed.
Salary
$60k–$68k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
mechanical inspectionGD&Tmicrometersgauge blocksdial indicatorsheight gaugesoptical comparatorsprofilometerscoordinate measuring machines
Preferred skills
inspection certificationsassociate degreeinspection techniques
Specializations
mechanical inspectionGD&Tprecision measurementCMMvisual inspection
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Chicago, IL, USA
On-site City
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