Quality Inspector - 1st Shift

MacLean-Fogg•Phoenix, AZ

77d•Onsite

About The Position

OMCO, a MacLean-Fogg Company, is hiring a Quality Inspector at its Phoenix, Arizona manufacturing facility. This on-site role inspects in-process and finished products, uses precision measuring equipment, documents results, and helps ensure products meet established quality and reliability standards. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Thursday from 4:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with Friday work as needed. The position pays $21 per hour, and overtime may be required based on business needs. The role involves extended periods of standing and visual inspection using measuring equipment. It requires the ability to lift and move hardware weighing up to 35 pounds. The stated physical requirements apply with or without reasonable accommodation. After a conditional offer, the position requires a pre-employment drug screen; testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law. MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, it designs and manufactures engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets. Its portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. The company describes a shared commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship. MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees participating in the hiring process; accommodation requests may be directed to [email protected].

Requirements

No specific educational credential is required.
No prior experience is required; candidates with up to 2 years of experience are welcome.
Ability to interpret and follow detailed work instructions and quality standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects, deviations from standards, and product or process non-conformities.
Basic verbal and written communication skills to document inspection results, provide feedback, and report quality issues.
Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions, tolerances, and statistical data.
Basic knowledge of quality control tools and techniques, including gaging instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
Basic computer skills for entering data into tracking systems and preparing inspection reports.
Ability to work effectively in a team, collaborate with inspectors and production staff, and contribute to solutions that improve product quality.
Ability to lift and move hardware weighing up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections of in-process and finished products against specifications and quality requirements.
Conduct first-piece inspections before mass production begins.
Use and maintain measuring and gaging instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Record inspection results and statistical data in tracking systems or logs, and maintain inspection records, non-conformance reports, and other required documentation.
Identify non-conformities and quality issues, communicate concerns, and escalate issues to higher-level quality staff or supervisors when necessary.
Maintain the Master Calibration List, monitor calibration due dates, and help ensure inspection and measuring equipment remains calibrated and compliant.
Perform incoming hardware inspections, assist with shipping-log quantity verification, and complete required documentation.
Support quality audits and documentation activities while maintaining 5S standards and following applicable safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.