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Weekend First Article Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL

Outform Group

Senior Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

Supports prototype builds, first-article inspections, vendor reviews, and maintains all documentation per company process. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Produce complete engineering packs through milestone ...

Outform Group, Inc.

Senior Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

Supports prototype builds, first-article inspections, vendor reviews, and maintains all documentation per company process. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Produce complete engineering packs through milestone ...

Eaton

Sr Quality Engineer

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$86K/yr

This includes outgoing inspection, first article & PPAP inspection approvals, the segregation, identification, re-work, and the proper disposition of unacceptable or non-conforming parts and ...

Proman Staffing

Quality Auditor

Prospect Heights, IL

$19/hr

Conduct First Article Inspection checks for NPI products. * Identify quality improvements and assist with their implementation to find long term solutions. * Control and monitor quality issues ...

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viaPhoton

Quality Line Inspector

Naperville, IL · On-site

$17/hr

Initiate containment actions when nonconforming material is detected and support first article and NPI inspections * Support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action activities What ...

Kelly Services

QA Inspector

Wood Dale, IL

$24 - $28/hr

Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI). * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. * Ensure compliance with company quality standards and procedures. QualificationsRequired Skills

C&L Supreme

Quality Technician

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Working knowledge of quality control methods and techniques such as first article, in-process and final assembly inspections, manufacturing processes, testing procedures and analyzing information to ...

C&L Supreme

Quality Technician

Des Plaines, IL

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Working knowledge of quality control methods and techniques such as first article, in-process and final assembly inspections, manufacturing processes, testing procedures and analyzing information to ...

Kelly Services

QA Inspector

Wood Dale, IL

$24 - $28/hr

Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI). * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. * Ensure compliance with company quality standards and procedures. Qualifications Required Skills

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How much do weekend first article inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend first article inspector in Chicago, IL is $56,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $65,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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1st Shift - Quality Inspector

1st Shift - Quality Inspector

HELIOS TECHNOLOGIES INC

Buffalo Grove, IL • On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Incentives:
401K: 100% Matching 6%
Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program
Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and market leading health benefits.
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan): 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.
Job Summary:
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for inspecting aerospace and defense components and assemblies to ensure compliance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, industry standards, and internal quality requirements. This role supports production by performing detailed inspections throughout the manufacturing process and helping maintain compliance with applicable quality systems, including AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined and manufactured components.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
  • Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, thread gauges, comparators, and other inspection tools.
  • Verify dimensional accuracy and product conformity to aerospace and defense standards.
  • Complete inspection reports, quality documentation, and records accurately and timely.
  • Identify and document nonconforming material and assist with containment activities.
  • Ensure traceability and documentation requirements are maintained for aerospace and defense products.
  • Conduct visual inspections for workmanship, surface finish, marking, and packaging requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with ISO standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
  • Follow all company safety, security, and confidentiality requirements, including handling of controlled information and export-controlled products where applicable.

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards preferred.
  • Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
  • Basic understanding of SPC, inspection sampling, and quality documentation.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across departments.
  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing, quality, or related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of QC inspection experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment such as bore gages, pin gages, micrometers, calipers,
  • Aerospace, defense, medical device, or precision machining experience strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, feel/reach with hands/arms, talk and hear.
The employee frequently is required to sit and walk. The employee is occasionally required to bend and stop, push and pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, squat, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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