Quality Assurance Inspector

Nesco Resource is looking for a Quality Assurance Inspector located in Waterbury, CT. This is a temp to perm or direct hire opportunity for the right candidate.

Shift: Monday-Thursday 6AM-4:30PM

Pay: $22-$26/hour depending on experience

Position Overview: This individual will play an important role in ensuring small precision-machined components meet established visual, dimensional, functional, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment, using precision measuring instruments, reading technical drawings and blueprints, and documenting inspection results. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in accuracy, consistency, and maintains high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect manufactured precision parts to ensure they meet visual, dimensional, and functional requirements
• Perform inspections using a variety of precision measuring and testing instruments
• Verify machine setup and first-piece/sample parts prior to production
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Document inspection results accurately on reports, records, and other quality documentation
• Identify and communicate quality concerns, discrepancies, and technical issues to appropriate team members
• Follow established inspection procedures, test procedures, work instructions, and quality standards
• Inspect packaging, labeling, material handling, and storage practices to ensure requirements are met
• Support continuous improvement and help identify opportunities to improve processes and quality
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to effective quality documentation
• Work independently while also collaborating with production and other departments as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and detail-focused work approach

• Previous Quality Inspector, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or related manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience inspecting small or precision-machined components strongly preferred
• Proficiency using various precision measuring and testing instruments
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints, including GD&T
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and inspection procedures
• Ability to follow detailed test procedures and work instructions
• Experience in creating and maintaining inspection reports and quality records
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to visually inspect small precision parts, with and without magnification
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly when discussing technical matters
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to promote and support process improvement initiatives

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.