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Assistant First Article Inspector Jobs in Evanston, IL

Support first-article inspections including AS9102 documentation, balloon drawings, inspection ... * Assist with root-cause and corrective-action investigations by providing reliable dimensional ...

Quality Inspector

Bloomingdale, IL · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Perform First Article, In-Process, and Final Inspections. * Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (including GD&T). * Identify and document non-conformances and collaborate with ...

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Assistant First Article Inspector information

What is the difference between Assistant First Article Inspector vs Quality Control Inspector?

AspectAssistant First Article InspectorQuality Control Inspector
CredentialsHigh school diploma, training in inspection proceduresHigh school diploma, training or certification in quality control
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, assembly linesManufacturing facilities, inspection stations
Employer & IndustryAutomotive, aerospace, electronics industriesVarious manufacturing sectors including automotive, consumer goods
Primary FocusAssist in inspecting first articles for complianceInspect finished products for defects and quality standards

The Assistant First Article Inspector primarily supports the inspection of initial production samples to ensure they meet specifications, while the Quality Control Inspector performs ongoing inspections of finished products to maintain quality standards. Both roles require similar training but focus on different stages of the manufacturing process.

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Infographic showing various Assistant First Article Inspector job openings in Evanston, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

1st Shift - Quality Inspector

Buffalo Grove, IL • On-site

HELIOS TECHNOLOGIES INC
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

$24 - $28/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined and manufactured components.

  • Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.

  • Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and product conformity.


Job description

Incentives:
401K: 100% Matching 6%
Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program
Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and market leading health benefits.
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan): 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.
Job Summary:
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for inspecting aerospace and defense components and assemblies to ensure compliance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, industry standards, and internal quality requirements. This role supports production by performing detailed inspections throughout the manufacturing process and helping maintain compliance with applicable quality systems, including AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined and manufactured components.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
  • Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, thread gauges, comparators, and other inspection tools.
  • Verify dimensional accuracy and product conformity to aerospace and defense standards.
  • Complete inspection reports, quality documentation, and records accurately and timely.
  • Identify and document nonconforming material and assist with containment activities.
  • Ensure traceability and documentation requirements are maintained for aerospace and defense products.
  • Conduct visual inspections for workmanship, surface finish, marking, and packaging requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with ISO standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
  • Follow all company safety, security, and confidentiality requirements, including handling of controlled information and export-controlled products where applicable.

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards preferred.
  • Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
  • Basic understanding of SPC, inspection sampling, and quality documentation.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across departments.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing, quality, or related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of QC inspection experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment such as bore gages, pin gages, micrometers, calipers,
  • Aerospace, defense, medical device, or precision machining experience strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk and hear.
The employee frequently is required to sit and walk. The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.