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Freelance First Article Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL

Smith & Richardson Inc.

Quality Inspector

Geneva, IL · On-site

To facilitate knowledge and understanding of the S&R quality system by; assists all employees in meeting its requirements, performing First Article, in-process and final inspections of products ...

Smith & Richardson Inc.

Quality Inspector

Geneva, IL · On-site

To facilitate knowledge and understanding of the S&R quality system by; assists all employees in meeting its requirements, performing First Article, in-process and final inspections of products ...

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC

CNC Machine Set-Up I

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Complete first article inspections using precision measuring instruments and verify that all required dimensions meet engineering specifications. * Inspect machined components to ensure conformance ...

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Medical Murray

Quality Inspector I

Lake Zurich, IL · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Perform First Article Inspections and prepare associated reports. * Conduct lot release testing with support from engineering or senior quality personnel. * Maintain identification and traceability ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance first article inspector in Chicago, IL is $28.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.09 and $32.45 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 Inspector

Smith & Richardson Inc.

Geneva, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

General Description:

To facilitate knowledge and understanding of the S&R quality system by; assists all employees in meeting its requirements, performing First Article, in-process and final inspections of products, conducting audits, and monitoring calibration of measurement tools.

Responsibilities:

  • Process Control (70%)
    • Perform process capability studies and PPAP/ISIR related activities
    • Collect data to establish or revise workmanship standards
    • Assist employees and supervisors to fill-in quality forms and determine disposition of non-conforming product
    • Develop databases for various quality projects
    • Make recommendations for long-range quality system or process improvements
    • Perform first piece, in-process and final inspections as requested
    • Coordinate Quality System paperwork
    • Utilize various quality instruments to perform necessary inspections
  • Process Monitoring (10%)
    • Collect, format information, analyze recorded charts, and provide summary analysis to appropriate managers
    • Report nonconforming material
    • Organize quality documents and customer files
    • Assist employees in proper measurement methods
  • Schedule and control calibration of all inspection tools (10%)
    • Perform in-house calibration of all micrometers, calipers and miscellaneous gages
    • Initiate and coordinate outside calibration of instruments as required by schedule
    • Participate in vendor certification to eliminate incoming inspection when applicable
  • Act as an auditor for internal quality audits (5%)
  • Write customer correspondences when applicable (5%)
  • Other duties as required

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

  • High school degree or equivalent

Other Skills:

  • Related mechanical experience
  • Reading technical drawings or procedures
  • Basic math
  • Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

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