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Entrylevel Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

Quality Control-4

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$19.06 - $25.73/hr

... to add a Quality Control Inspector - Night Shift located in Buffalo Grove, IL 0600pm-0600am ... Performs visual inspection of electronic card and sub-assemblies, and systems or units to ensure ...

... to add a Quality Control Inspector - Night Shift located in Buffalo Grove, IL 0600pm-0600am ... Performs visual inspection of electronic card and sub-assemblies, and systems or units to ensure ...

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... quality claims from customer. · Prepares PPAP documentation. · Conducts incoming ... inspection and issues relevant reports. · Issues/creates communications with customers, suppliers ...

Quality Control Technician

Lake Villa, IL · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Quality Control Technician the person Our Client, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ... Inspect incoming raw materials to confirm they meet defined quality standards and regulatory ...

Quality Control Lead Reports To: Production and Process Development Lead Department: Quality Sign ... Performs quality inspections at regularly prescribed intervals and documents accordingly across ...

Quality Control Lead Classification: Hourly Reports To: Pilot Production and Process Development ... Performs quality inspections at regularly prescribed intervals and documents accordingly across ...

Quality Control Lead Classification: Hourly Reports To: Pilot Production and Process Development ... Performs quality inspections at regularly prescribed intervals and documents accordingly across ...

Quality Control Lead Reports To: Production and Process Development Lead Department: Quality Sign ... Performs quality inspections at regularly prescribed intervals and documents accordingly across ...

Outstation QC Inspection Reports To: Outstation Inspection Manager Location: Chicago, Illinois SUMMARY Inspect aircraft and components for discrepancies. Inspect and evaluate work performed by ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for entrylevel quality control inspector in Buffalo Grove, IL is $22.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.74 and $24.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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NDE / NDT Inspector - Manufacturing- QC- QA

Scot Forge

Spring Grove, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Scot Forge rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Quality Control / Non-Destructive Testing / NDT / NDE / QC
We offer you:
  • CAREER GROWTH
  • SUPERIOR BENEFITS
  • COMPANY WIDE BONUS PLANAWESOME BENEFITS
  • ESOP - EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN

HOURS:
  • 2 pm - 2 am - 2nd Shift OR a similar 12 hour shift
  • 10% shift premium

Looking for detailed oriented and analytical manufacturing individuals who want a long-term career.
We have locations in Spring Grove, IL, Clinton, WI and Franklin Park, IL.
We conduct a hair follicle pre-employment drug screen.
Scot Forge is a 130-year-old, 100% employee-owned company that manufactures custom open die and rolled ring forgings for demanding applications all over the world.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Inspection of incoming materials, process and final product inspection, evaluation of product conformance, data review and analysis and NDE inspection reports.
  • Set up, calibrate and operate various non-destructive testing instruments to verify steel integrity.
  • Calibrate and perform NDE in accordance with NADCAP standards.
  • Obtain and maintain internal certifications in NDE disciplines - Ultrasound (UT), Penetrant Testing (PT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) as part of NDT role.
  • Obtain Niton, Brinell, and Final Inspection certifications.
  • Review shop order, specifications, and production prints to determine appropriate testing and inspection parameters.
  • Prepare print of non-conforming material indicating a description and location of non-conformance.
  • Prepare documentation to be used to submit deviation and non-conformance reports for material out of specification.
  • Prepare any required inspection records/documentation including dimensional reports and customer provided documentation of inspection.
  • Participate in required equipment training for safe use of Crane, Chain and Rigging, Fork trucks, use of etchants, and the use of special evaluation tools such as the Niton gun and radiation detectors.
  • Participate in required documented procedure training as required by position and or assignment of supervisor.
  • Communicate with Sales, Process Engineering, Metallurgy Lab and Production departments as required to confirm product specifications or to inform of product or process non-conformance.
  • Inspect and evaluate products on customer premises or at Scot Forge for customers or customer's representatives.
  • Asks questions if a process is unclear, or there's safety, or quality concerns.
  • Understand and follow the Scot Forge safety and quality policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • 1 or more years of manufacturing/ heavy equipment / Quality Control, Quality Assurance experience
  • Micrometer, caliper and gauge experience

Preferred:
  • Associated Degree (AAS or equivalent) - Preferred
  • Certifications ASNT ACCP (UT, PT, MT level 2); ASQ CQI or CQT
  • Minimum 1 to 3 years applied training in NDE
  • Level 1or Level 2 NDT certification
  • Metal fabrication experience
  • High level QA or QC reporting experience
  • Forklift experience - sit down
  • Manufacturing or Production experience
  • Ultrasound / Ultrasonic testing experience

BENEFITS:
A few of our amazing benefits include...
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision
  • Company provided Life Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401K and Roth Plan
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Short-term disability
  • Long term disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Scot Forge is a 130-year-old, 100% employee-owned company that manufactures custom open die and rolled ring forgings. At Scot Forge, we help our customers with forged solutions from the world's physical infrastructure, energy, and transportation to manufacturing, mining, and our national defense. From the wheels of NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover to mission critical components for nuclear submarines, to large hydraulic cylinders for the largest mining trucks on the planet, Scot Forge creates precision forged metal parts used in demanding applications all over the world. #1878
The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HAS), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: M/F/Disabled/Vets encouraged to apply.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment hair follicle substance abuse testing

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