Job Title: Quality InspectorJob DescriptionThe Quality Inspector will perform day-to-day incoming, in-process, and final quality inspections of mechanical and electrical assemblies. This role involves using drawings, schematics, approved samples, and inspection/test equipment to verify products meet quality requirements. The Quality Inspector will document inspection results, identify and control nonconforming material, and perform required product testing. Additionally, they will support customer and supplier quality activities, audits, and root-cause investigations. This position requires someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable interacting with customers.Responsibilities
- Conduct quality inspections on incoming, in-process, and final mechanical and electrical assemblies.
- Utilize drawings, schematics, approved samples, and inspection/test equipment to ensure products meet quality standards.
- Document inspection results and manage nonconforming material.
- Perform required product testing.
- Support customer and supplier quality activities, including audits and root-cause investigations.
- Engage with customers and provide feedback regarding quality concerns.
Essential Skills
- Experience in inbound and outbound quality inspections.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical design drawings and schematics.
- Exposure and experience in manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency in using calipers, voltmeters, and height gauges.
- Experience in conducting audits.
- Understanding of and comfort with root cause analysis.
- Electrical knowledge.
- Capability to interface with customers and address unsupported claims regarding quality.
- Strong math skills.
- Self-driven with a strong work ethic and reliability.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with ISO standards, soldering, crimping, and first article inspections (FAI) is a plus.
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably inspecting both mechanical and electrical assemblies.
- Customer-service focus and ability to support and perform audits and root-cause investigations.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment is a dynamic manufacturing setting where no two days are the same. It offers a great environment for individuals who enjoy diverse tasks and challenges daily. The team is supportive, fostering a family-like atmosphere with frequent employee events and team-building activities. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in an active and engaging workplace. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Tonawanda, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Tonawanda, NY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Tonawanda,NY.About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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