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Freelance Machine Shop Inspector Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI

MCM Staffing LLC

Quality Inspector

Mount Clemens, MI · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Quality Inspector (CMM & Manual Inspection) We are hiring an experienced Quality Inspector to join ... Experience inspecting a wide variety of machined parts in a job shop or precision machining ...

Connect Force

Tooling Rework Technician

Commerce, MI · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment and be comfortable using basic inspection tools, following work instructions, and maintaining high quality ...

Connect Force

Tooling Rework Technician

Livonia, MI

$21 - $24/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment and be comfortable using basic inspection tools, following work instructions, and maintaining high quality ...

Connect Force

Tooling Rework Technician

Novi, MI

$21 - $24/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment and be comfortable using basic inspection tools, following work instructions, and maintaining high quality ...

Connect Force

Quality Inspector

Livonia, MI

$20 - $23/hr

Abrasives Quality Inspector Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry ... with exposure to machinery, noise, shop materials, and temperature variations. Employees are ...

Connect Force

Quality Inspector

Bloomfield Hills, MI

$20 - $23/hr

Abrasives Quality Inspector Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry ... with exposure to machinery, noise, shop materials, and temperature variations. Employees are ...

Connect Force

Quality Inspector

Commerce, MI

$20 - $23/hr

Abrasives Quality Inspector Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry ... with exposure to machinery, noise, shop materials, and temperature variations. Employees are ...

Connect Force

Quality Inspector

West Bloomfield, MI

$20 - $23/hr

Abrasives Quality Inspector Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry ... with exposure to machinery, noise, shop materials, and temperature variations. Employees are ...

Connect Force

Quality Inspector

Novi, MI

$20 - $23/hr

Abrasives Quality Inspector Location: Farmington Hills, MI Employment Type: Full-Time Industry ... with exposure to machinery, noise, shop materials, and temperature variations. Employees are ...

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How much do freelance machine shop inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance machine shop inspector in Rochester Hills, MI is $24.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $28.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Machine Shop Inspector vs Quality Control Inspector?

AspectFreelance Machine Shop InspectorQuality Control Inspector
CertificationsOften required to have certifications like NDT, ASNT, or specific industry standardsTypically holds certifications such as ASQ CQI or ISO auditor credentials
Work EnvironmentWorks independently or on contract at various machine shops or manufacturing facilitiesUsually employed full-time within a company’s quality department or factory setting
Employer & Industry UsageServes multiple clients across manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive industriesWorks for a single employer ensuring product quality and compliance

Freelance Machine Shop Inspectors primarily operate independently, providing inspection services across different shops, while Quality Control Inspectors are typically employed full-time within a company to oversee quality standards. Both roles require relevant certifications, but their work settings and employer types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Machine Shop Inspector job openings in Rochester Hills, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,363 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Bilingual Machine Mold Technician

Apex Placement & Consulting

Sterling Heights, MI • On-site

$100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Are you a bilingual machinist ready to take your technical skills on the road and work with cutting-edge equipment?
APEX Placement and Consulting has partnered with an exciting company in Sterling Heights, MI looking to add a Bilingual Machine Mold Technician to their already amazing team. Our client is a global leader in precision equipment used across the manufacturing industry! Ready to make a difference?
What’s in it for you:
  • Direct Hire role - You'll work directly for our client
  • Competitive salary up to $100,000/yr. based on experience
  • Relocation assistance
  • The chance to travel throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Canada (about 70% travel required)
  • Amazing benefit package once hired in permanently
    • Medical, Dental and Vision
    • 401K
    • Paid vacation
What your day will look like:
  • Install, service, maintain, and retool deep rolling equipment at customer locations
  • Disassemble, inspect, and rebuild tooling and machine components
  • Assemble, align, and fine-tune machine systems, including spindles, bearings, slides, and drive mechanisms
  • Interpret blueprints and use precision measuring tools to ensure accurate specifications
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
  • Test, calibrate, and verify system performance and accuracy
  • Work with PLCs and I/O systems (programming experience is a plus)
  • Start up and troubleshoot new or rebuilt machines both in-house and onsite
  • Assist with shipping, receiving, and material handling, including forklift and pallet stacker operation
  • Safely lift 40–50 lbs. and maintain flexibility for occasional weekend work
What we are looking for:
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (mechatronics or engineering preferred) or 3–5 years of relevant hands-on experience
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to interpret and apply technical documentation
  • Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and how they work together
  • Experience troubleshooting CNC machines and/or PLC systems (preferred)
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to quickly adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel frequently
At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.