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Source Inspection Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Hudson, MA ยท On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Coordinate customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) requirements, when applicable, including scheduling inspections, preparing product and documentation for review, tracking release status ...

Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Hudson, MA ยท On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Coordinate customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) requirements, when applicable, including scheduling inspections, preparing product and documentation for review, tracking release status ...

Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Hudson, MA ยท On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Coordinate customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) requirements, when applicable, including scheduling inspections, preparing product and documentation for review, tracking release status ...

Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Hudson, MA ยท On-site

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

Coordinate customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) requirements, when applicable, including scheduling inspections, preparing product and documentation for review, tracking release status ...

Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Hudson, MA ยท On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Coordinate customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) requirements, when applicable, including scheduling inspections, preparing product and documentation for review, tracking release status ...

Be Seen First

Perform final inspection and receiving inspection (Which includes dimensional, visual inspection, surface finish, and assembly inspection) * Reads, interprets, and utilizes Quality policies ...

Quality Assistant

Methuen, MA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Perform source inspections at supplier locations as needed. * Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. * Coordinate and maintain inspection areas in an organized manner. * Move ...

Quality Assistant

Methuen, MA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Perform source inspections at supplier locations as needed. * Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. * Coordinate and maintain inspection areas in an organized manner. * Move ...

Machine Operator

Devens, MA ยท On-site

$19 - $22.50/hr

G Code - Microscope work; (light source inspection) - Ability to use measuring devices - Understanding of job flow; - Time Management - Professional demeanor

Laser CNC Machine Operator

Devens, MA ยท On-site

$21.75 - $27/hr

G Code - Microscope work; (light source inspection) - Ability to use measuring devices - Understanding of job flow; - Time Management - Professional demeanor

Laser Operator

Devens, MA ยท On-site

$19.75 - $25/hr

Minimum requirements: - Minimum 3 years experience - Ability to read/understand blue prints - Extensive programming knowledge - Microscope work; (light source inspection) - Ability to use measuring ...

Laser Operator

Devens, MA ยท On-site

$22 - $26/hr

... light source inspection) - Ability to use measuring devices; (ie) Verniers, Pin Gage, (CMM - Set up/operate CNC laser machines; IPI's - Understanding "G" Code - Understand feed rates; power ...

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How much do source inspection jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for source inspection in Massachusetts is $24.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $26.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is source inspection?

Source inspection is a quality assurance process where products or materials are inspected at the supplier's facility before they are shipped to the buyer. This helps to ensure that goods meet specified standards, requirements, and contractual agreements, reducing the risk of defects or non-conformities upon delivery. Source inspections are commonly used in industries like manufacturing, construction, and aerospace to maintain high-quality standards and avoid costly rework or delays.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a source inspector?

To thrive as a Source Inspector, you need strong knowledge of quality assurance principles, inspection procedures, and relevant industry standards, often supported by certifications such as ASQ or ISO auditor credentials. Familiarity with inspection tools, measurement devices, and reporting systems like SAP or QMS software is typically required. Attention to detail, integrity, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for accurately evaluating products and collaborating with suppliers. These skills ensure products meet required specifications, prevent costly defects, and maintain customer trust throughout the supply chain.

What are the typical challenges faced by source inspectors, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Source Inspection often encounter challenges such as balancing strict adherence to quality standards with production deadlines, managing clear communication between suppliers and internal teams, and keeping up with evolving compliance requirements. To address these, it's vital to maintain organized documentation, proactively clarify specifications with all stakeholders, and stay updated on industry standards. Building strong relationships with suppliers and fostering a collaborative approach can also help mitigate misunderstandings and ensure quality outcomes.

What is the difference between Source Inspection vs Quality Control Inspector?

AspectSource InspectionQuality Control Inspector
CertificationsOften requires certifications like ASQ CQI or specific industry standardsMay require similar certifications, but focus is on inspection procedures
Work EnvironmentConducted at supplier sites or during manufacturing processesPerformed at various stages, including in-house or at production lines
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, aerospace, and construction industriesWidely used across manufacturing, automotive, and industrial sectors

Source Inspection focuses on verifying materials and components at the supplier or manufacturing site before delivery, ensuring compliance with specifications. Quality Control Inspectors perform inspections throughout the production process or final product to maintain quality standards. While both roles involve inspection and certifications, Source Inspection emphasizes supplier verification, whereas Quality Control Inspectors focus on ongoing quality assurance during production.

What job categories do people searching Source Inspection jobs in Massachusetts look for?

The top searched job categories for Source Inspection jobs in Massachusetts are:

Infographic showing various Source Inspection job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,951 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Borg Design Inc

Hudson, MA โ€ข On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Description

Borg Design is seeking an experienced Shipping & Logistics Coordinator to manage the accurate, compliant movement of materials and finished product into and out of our precision manufacturing facility. The position coordinates daily shipping and receiving activities, carrier logistics, customer delivery requirements, shipment documentation, receiving documentation, and related ERP and quality records.


This is a quality-sensitive aerospace and defense manufacturing role, not a basic shipping-clerk position. The successful candidate must understand how product identification, traceability, inspection status, certifications, First Article Inspection requirements, source inspection, document control, export controls, and customer-specific requirements affect whether product can be received or released for shipment. The position works closely with Quality, Customer Success, Production, Purchasing, Engineering, Inspection, Accounting, suppliers, customers, carriers, and outside processors.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Review customer purchase orders, quality clauses, shipping instructions, delivery commitments, drawings, specifications, and ย ย ย ย ย other applicable requirements before preparing product for shipment.
  • Confirm that finished product has been properly released for shipment and that required inspections, approvals, and documentation are complete before product leaves the facility.
  • Prepare and verify complete outbound shipment and end-item documentation packages, as applicable, including packing lists, ย ย ย ย ย Certificates of Conformance, material certifications, special-process certifications, inspection reports, First Article Inspection documentation, source-inspection approvals, serial/lot traceability records, and customer-specific forms.
  • Maintain a strong working knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements and recognize when full or partial FAI ย ย ย ย ย documentation, including re-accomplishment when required, applies; coordinate with Quality to ensure applicable FAI documentation is complete and approved before shipment.
  • Coordinate customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) requirements, when applicable, including scheduling inspections, preparing product and documentation for review, tracking release status, and ensuring product is not shipped until required source-inspection approval has been obtained.
  • Prepare shipments using approved carriers and freight forwarders, including carrier labels, Bills of Lading, packing ย ย ย ย ย documentation, commercial documentation, and other required shipping records.
  • Coordinate daily logistics with National, International, LTL carriers, couriers, freight forwarders, and customer-designated ย ย ย ย ย carriers; schedule pickups, obtain freight quotes, track deliveries, manage expedited shipments, and assist with lost, delayed, or damaged shipment claims.
  • Package, preserve, protect, identify, and label finished product in accordance with customer requirements, company procedures, product requirements, and applicable aerospace quality requirements.
  • Process advance shipment notifications, customer portal entries, shipment confirmations, tracking information, and other ย ย ย ย ย electronic customer requirements accurately and on time.
  • Receive inbound material and product against purchase orders and packing documentation; verify part numbers, revision levels, quantities, packaging condition, and required certifications or traceability documentation before routing material for receiving inspection or internal use.
  • Identify incomplete, damaged, incorrect, suspect, or nonconforming inbound material and documentation; segregate affected ย ย ย ย ย product as required and promptly coordinate resolution with Quality, Purchasing, or the appropriate department.
  • Maintain accurate and timely receiving, shipping, carrier, tracking, and documentation records in the ERP system and ย ย ย ย ย controlled electronic or paper files.
  • Coordinate shipments to and from outside processors, suppliers, customers, and other external locations, ensuring the correct ย ย ย ย ย product, traveler, purchase-order information, documentation, and shipping instructions accompany each movement.
  • Coordinate customer returns, RMAs, returned material, and other reverse-logistics activities in accordance with company and ย ย ย ย ย customer procedures.
  • Follow document-control requirements to ensure current revisions, approved forms, controlled records, and required retention ย ย ย ย ย practices are used for shipping and receiving documentation.
  • Protect export-controlled information, Controlled Unclassified Information, customer information, and other sensitive ย ย ย ย ย records in accordance with company information-security and access-control procedures.
  • Support internal, customer, AS9100, regulatory, and contract audits by retrieving shipping, receiving, traceability, inspection-release, source-inspection, and related logistics records.
  • Monitor recurring shipment errors, documentation issues, carrier performance, freight costs, packaging concerns, and delivery ย ย ย ย ย risks; recommend practical improvements to shipping, receiving, documentation, and logistics processes.
  • Maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient shipping and receiving area and appropriate levels of approved packaging and shipping ย ย ย ย ย supplies.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned to support department and organizational needs.

Required Qualifications

  • Three or more years of hands-on shipping, receiving, logistics, order fulfillment, or related experience in a precision ย ย ย ย ย manufacturing, aerospace, defense, electronics, medical-device, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of AS9100 quality-system requirements as they relate to shipping and receiving, product identification and traceability, preservation and packaging, documented information, product release, and control of nonconforming product.
  • Significant practical knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection documentation and the relationship between FAI status, customer requirements, inspection release, and product shipment.
  • Working knowledge of customer and Government Source Inspection (GSI) processes and the documentation and release controls required before shipment.
  • Experience reviewing customer purchase orders, quality clauses, drawings, part numbers and revisions, packing requirements, Certificates of Conformance, material certifications, special-process certifications, inspection records, and traceability documentation.
  • Experience preparing accurate shipment documentation, including packing lists, carrier labels, Bills of Lading, Certificates of ย ย ย ย ย Conformance, and customer-required documentation packages.
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems and commercial carrier systems such as UPS, FedEx, DHL, or equivalent shipping platforms.
  • Strong document-control discipline, data-entry accuracy, organization, follow-up, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to identify documentation or shipment discrepancies, stop or hold a shipment when requirements are not satisfied, and escalate issues to Quality or management before release.
  • Ability to communicate professionally and coordinate effectively with customers, carriers, suppliers, Quality, Production, ย ย ย ย ย Purchasing, Engineering, Inspection, and Accounting.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to meet applicable U.S. person eligibility requirements for access to ITAR-controlled or other export-controlled ย ย ย ย ย technical data and products associated with the duties of this position.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three or more years of shipping, receiving, logistics, quality-documentation, or material-control experience in aerospace and ย ย ย ย ย defense manufacturing.
  • Experience in a high-mix, low-volume precision machining or job-shop environment.
  • Experience with manufacturing ERP systems; ProShop or JobBOSS experience is a plus.
  • Experience coordinating customer or Government Source Inspection (GSI) and preparing end-item data packages for aerospace or ย ย ย ย ย defense customers.
  • Hands-on familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection forms and supporting documentation, including full and partial ย ย ย ย ย FAI packages.
  • Familiarity with ITAR, EAR, DFARS, CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, Controlled Unclassified Information, and customer-specific ย ย ย ย ย information-handling requirements.
  • Experience with international shipping, freight forwarding, export documentation, customer portals, ASN systems, or EDI ย ย ย ย ย requirements.
  • Knowledge of aerospace packaging, preservation, ESD-sensitive handling, serialized or lot-controlled material, and special ย ย ย ย ย shipping requirements.
  • Forklift or powered industrial truck experience, or willingness and ability to obtain company-required training.

Compliance Requirements
Because this position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data, defense-related products, and other export-controlled information, candidates must qualify as a U.S. person under applicable export-control requirements for the work assigned to this role. The position may also involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information or information associated with Department of Defense contracts and must follow all applicable company cybersecurity, access-control, document-control, DFARS, CMMC, and NIST SP 800-171 procedures. Any citizenship, work-status, or access requirement will be applied only when required by law, regulation, contract, customer requirement, or the specific duties of the position.


Physical and Work Requirements

  • On-site position in a precision manufacturing environment with regular work in shipping, receiving, inspection, inventory, and production areas.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly handle packages, containers, and manufactured parts.
  • Ability to safely lift or move packages and materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds; heavier items require team lifting ย ย ย ย ย or approved material-handling equipment.
  • Ability to use computers, scanners, printers, scales, shipping systems, ERP software, pallet jacks, carts, and other standard ย ย ย ย ย shipping and material-handling equipment.
  • Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple shipments, receiving activities, documentation ย ย ย ย ย packages, carrier deadlines, and customer priorities.