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Weekend First Article Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Quality Manager

Monee, IL

$90K - $100K/yr

Establish and oversee inspection processes, including final inspections and First Article Inspections (FAIR) * Identify gaps in current quality practices and implement corrective actions * Lead ...

H3 Manufacturing Group

Quality Inspector

Schaumburg, IL

$25 - $29/hr

Quality Assurance Inspector Job Type: Full-time Location: Schaumburg, IL. Company Overview: H3 ... First article and PPAP documentation * Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel) to edit ...

Just In Time Staffing LLC

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CNC Lathe Machinist - 2nd Shift

Addison, IL · On-site

$25 - $36/hr

Inspect parts with mechanical gauges (calipers, mics, height gauges, pins, etc.) * Perform setups on production parts and NPI work (CFA, FA, and SCR jobs) * CFA - Customer First Article or NPI * FA ...

Direct Line Solution

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.

Cybercoders

CNC Programmer

Elk Grove Village, IL

$26.25 - $35.75/hr

Experience with ISO quality systems, inspection tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers), and first-article inspection processes. * Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety ...

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 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 ...

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As of Jun 9, 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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Quality Inspector - Traveling Mechanical Inspector - Level 2

Quality Inspector - Traveling Mechanical Inspector - Level 2

SQA Services

Chicago, IL

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Over 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 Inspector position providing support in the Midwest, travel accommodations.  The schedule is for the first shift and full-time hours. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
 
Candidates must be willing to travel throughout Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Travel accommodations will be provided.
 
This is a 3-month contract. 
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials
  • Work with receiving department to burn down a back log of parts (machined rocket parts) and paperwork.
  • 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
  • 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
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ 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.
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience working with various inspection tools (i.e. calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, etc.)
  • CMM experience (but not necessarily CMM programming experience).
    CMM programming experience is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.
Mileage reimbursement and p2p 
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.
 
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