Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

MacLean-Fogg•Farmington Hills, MI

25d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a full-time Quality Inspector for its on-site manufacturing facility in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The role inspects in-process and finished products, documents results, and helps resolve quality issues so products meet established specifications and standards. The work supports product reliability, manufacturing quality, and continuous improvement. The schedule is 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Pay is $19.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience, with an additional $1.00 per hour shift premium. Occasional overtime may be required. The position is performed in a manufacturing environment and involves using measuring instruments, interacting with production processes, standing for extended periods, bending, lifting, repetitive motions, and handling small parts. Employees are expected to follow workplace safety, environmental, and quality procedures. The stated physical requirements apply with or without reasonable accommodation. Eligible employees have access to benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing; paid time off and holidays; Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans; company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage; paid parental leave; Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources; virtual healthcare resources; tuition reimbursement and development opportunities; and additional wellness, financial, and employee programs. Benefits are subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements. A pre-employment drug screen is required after a conditional offer.

Requirements

Ability to interpret and follow detailed work instructions, product specifications, and quality standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects, deviations, and nonconformances.
Basic knowledge of quality control tools and measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
Basic math skills for working with dimensions, tolerances, and statistical data.
Basic computer skills for entering inspection data, maintaining records, and preparing reports.
Basic verbal and written communication skills for documenting inspection results and reporting quality concerns.
Ability to collaborate with inspectors, production employees, and supervisors to identify problems and support effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Inspect in-process and finished products against work instructions, specifications, and quality standards, including performing first-piece inspections.
Conduct visual, mechanical, and functional inspections using appropriate measuring tools and gaging instruments.
Accurately record inspection results and statistical data, enter information into quality management systems, and prepare reports identifying defects, deviations, and performance trends.
Analyze inspection data to help identify root causes of defects and nonconformances, collaborate on corrective actions, and escalate documented quality concerns when needed.
Work with other inspectors, production employees, and supervisors to resolve quality issues and improve product reliability.
Help develop and update inspection procedures, protocols, and checklists to reflect current requirements and quality best practices.
Perform internal audits and maintain accurate quality documentation to verify that processes, procedures, regulations, and company standards are followed.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen quality, efficiency, and product reliability.
Follow safety, environmental, and quality policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace using 5S principles.