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Techniform Metal Curving

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2nd Shift Quality Inspector

Mabank, TX · On-site

$18/hr

Techniform is looking for a 2nd Shift Quality Inspector to join our team. Techniform serves many industries from Aerospace to Architectural providing stretch forming, machining, fabrication, and ...

Riverhawk

2nd Shift Quality Inspector

New Hartford, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

As a 2nd Shift Quality Inspector at Riverhawk Company, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the precision and integrity of our products throughout the manufacturing process. Your meticulous ...

AllStaff

Quality Inspector

Mchenry, IL

$15/hr

Temp-to-Hire * $15/hour with weekly pay * 3rd shift (10:45pm-7:15am) * Benefits available * Unlimited referral bonuses Quality Inspector Responsibilities: * Perform test on assigned products and ...

Winona Foods

3rd - Shift QA Lead

Green Bay, WI · On-site

... 3rd Shift QA Lead provides on‑shift quality and food safety leadership with a focus on food ... Complete and document production line inspections as needed and sanitation verification during end ...

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How much do 3rd shift quality inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift quality inspector in the United States is $20.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a 3rd Shift Quality Inspector do?

A 3rd Shift Quality Inspector is responsible for monitoring and inspecting products during overnight hours to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. Their duties typically include examining materials, conducting tests, documenting results, and reporting any defects or issues to supervisors. They play a crucial role in maintaining product consistency and safety, especially in manufacturing environments that operate around the clock. Working the '3rd shift' usually means working late-night to early-morning hours.

What are some unique challenges faced by 3rd Shift Quality Inspectors, and how can they be managed?

3rd Shift Quality Inspectors often encounter challenges such as working with reduced onsite support and adapting to overnight hours, which can impact communication and alertness. To manage these, inspectors typically rely on detailed shift handover notes, strong self-motivation, and proactive communication with both day and night teams. Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule and utilizing available resources for troubleshooting helps ensure quality standards are met across all shifts. Being adaptable and collaborative is key to success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3rd Shift Quality Inspector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3rd Shift Quality Inspector, you generally need a high school diploma or equivalent, strong attention to detail, and experience with quality control processes. Familiarity with inspection tools like calipers, micrometers, and quality management systems (QMS) software is often required. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently during overnight hours help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure product standards are maintained and production issues are addressed promptly, supporting overall manufacturing quality and efficiency.
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Quality Inspector (3rd Shift)

Quality Inspector (3rd Shift)

Teledyne

Freeport, PA

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Teledyne Technologies rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
About Teledyne FLIR Defense
Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.
We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you're mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.
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Job Summary:
The individual will work as part of the Quality Department, the QC Inspector will perform visual inspection of finished good parts and completion of documentation to verify compliance to specification; ensure conformance to requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection; and interpret part drawings and specifications, and reference company work instructions and standard operating procedures.
You will be in 1st shift for 6-12 months of training and then will move to 3rd shift.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Inspect finished good parts for compliance to specification
  • Basic assembly drawings & shop math (Trigonometry)
  • Review Bill of Materials for completeness and accuracy including accessories and spare parts sales orders
  • Review completeness of packing lists
  • Ensure packaging is adequate Review
  • Sign-off Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) reports
  • Collect and provide data required for critical part Final Inspection Reports (FIRs)
  • Complete Discrepant Material Report (DMR) forms for rejected parts
  • Fill out and file required reports, logs, databases, forms, and documents
  • Perform additional related duties as assigned
  • Verify product identification and traceability
  • Visual inspection of finished parts
  • Generating Certificate of Compliance(CoC)

Job Qualifications:
  • Preferred 2 years' experience performing in-process or final inspection preferably in a defense, automotive or aerospace business
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to correctly use and interpret basic measurement tools including weight gage, micrometer, caliper scale (linear), gage blocks, thread gages, torque drivers, and comparative standards
  • Visual inspection experience
  • Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to understand and follow instructions
  • Independent; can work with limited supervision and direction
  • A high level of attention to detail

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.
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Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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