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Freelance First Article Inspector Jobs in Alsip, IL

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Quality Engineer

Hickory Hills, IL

$75K - $80K/yr

Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and maintain inspection documentation. * Utilize precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM) to inspect parts and assemblies.

GCM Inc.

CNC Lathe Machinist III

Addison, IL · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Inspect parts with mechanical gauges (calipers, mics, height gauges, pins, etc.) * Perform setups ... FA - Internal First Article or new process * SCR - Customer new process or customer engineering ...

GCM

CNC Lathe Machinist III

Addison, IL · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Inspect parts with mechanical gauges (calipers, mics, height gauges, pins, etc.) * Perform setups ... FA - Internal First Article or new process * SCR - Customer new process or customer engineering ...

GCM Medical and OEM, Inc.

CNC Lathe Machinist III

Addison, IL · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Inspect parts with mechanical gauges (calipers, mics, height gauges, pins, etc.) * Perform setups ... FA - Internal First Article or new process * SCR - Customer new process or customer engineering ...

Verstela

2nd Shift CNC Machinist

Tinley Park, IL

$22 - $30/hr

Perform first article inspections and use precision measuring tools to ensure quality * Adjust machine offsets, tooling, speeds, and feeds for optimal performance * Monitor production and maintain ...

DEO TEK, Inc

Press Break Machine Operator

Addison, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Perform first article and in-process inspection reports. * Read tape measures and protractors, calipers, and other tools necessary to perform job. Requirements: * Minimum 1+ years of recent work ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

CNC Machinist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21.25 - $28.75/hr

Conduct first-article and in-process inspections using precision measuring tools * Maintain dimensional accuracy and quality standards throughout production * Collaborate with programming ...

Broadwind

Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

Cicero, IL

$73K - $94K/yr

... of first article qualification * Analyze costs, processes, planning and functional controls to ... Work with CMM/GMM operators to accurately inspect gear micro geometries * Troubleshoot machine tool ...

viaPhoton

Quality Technician

Naperville, IL

$17 - $20/hr

Support creation of 8D reports, reliability reports, and first article inspection reports What You'll Bring * Have an associate degree in Engineering Technology or a 2-year diploma in Electrical ...

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How much do freelance first article inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance first article inspector in Alsip, IL is $27.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.85 and $32.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance First Article Inspector vs Freelance Content Reviewer?

AspectFreelance First Article InspectorFreelance Content Reviewer
CredentialsBasic writing/editing skills, familiarity with content guidelinesStrong language skills, understanding of content policies
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, often with content platforms or publishersRemote, reviewing user-generated or publisher content
Industry UsageUsed in publishing, content creation, and editing sectorsCommon in social media, online platforms, and digital media

Both roles involve reviewing written content, but the First Article Inspector focuses on initial quality checks of new articles, while the Content Reviewer monitors ongoing content for compliance and quality. The main difference lies in the stage of content they handle and their specific responsibilities within the content creation process.

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Quality Source Inspector - Mechanical - Level II

SQA Services

Chicago, IL

$32 - $35/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

For more than 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.
 
 
We’re hiring for a Quality Mechanical Source Inspector position in the Midwest. The schedule is for the first shift, full time, 40 hours a week, 5 days per week on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials
  • Inspection may include, but is not limited to, purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
  • Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required
  • Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary
  • Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products
  • Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards
  • Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection
  • Must be willing to travel within the Midwest region
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
  • Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005”) using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
  • Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
  • Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
  • Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.
  • Must be willing to travel to different suppliers all across your region
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.
50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p")
Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.725 per mile driven). Untaxed.
Note:
 
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.​
 
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.