Quality Inspector

Company : Prince Industries LLC

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.

At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.

JOB SUMMARY

Conducts basic visual and measurement inspection of materials and products for conformance to blueprint specifications. Applies and maintains the company and customer quality standards for industrial processes, materials, and products by performing the following job duties.

Shift Hours: 6:30am to 3:00pm Mon-Fri

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary responsibility will be to measure parts with basic measuring instruments for receiving inspection, 100% inspection, and final inspection. Identifies defects or discrepancies and reports them to the Inspection Supervisor as needed.
• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned.
• Work with precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing measurement and facilities.
• Follows procedures for nonconformance procedure on both paper and ERP systems. Computes unspecified dimensions and other data like variances as needed.
• Required to verify accuracy of basic gauges (i.e. calipers and micrometers, various go and no-go gauges) and reports discrepancies to Inspection Supervisor.
• Checks accuracy of parts according to blueprint specifications. Checks parts for measurement of dimensions and tolerances (i.e. GD&T)
• Compares product with parts list of sample model to ensure completion of assembly.
• Daily use of an ERP system (i.e. Epicor) to perform data entry or inquiry as needed in accordance to established company guidelines.
• Rejects defective parts and marks type of defect on proper documentation of paperwork or tag.
• Reads blueprint and Job Traveler for such information as dimensions, tolerances, work center outside services and finished operations and number of workpieces to be machined.
• Understands and follows Prince quality certifications (i.e. ISO) as relates to position.
• Completes all necessary job-related paperwork in a concise and timely manner (such as tags inspection reports.)
• Transport the finished materials, manually or using pallet jack, to area indicated in Job Traveler.
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area.
• Works under direct supervision.
• Works effectively with all department personnel and co-workers in a harmonious and cooperative manner to meet the needs and goals established by the company.
• May be required to work in the shop on production or work directly with shop personnel as instructed by Inspection Supervisor.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor may include department transfers to meet production needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Previous experience, apprenticeship, or formal training desired.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in inspection field.
• Demonstrated experience using GD&T principles to measure appropriate gauges for work pieces
• Certification in related field strongly desired.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to recognize and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, inspection materials and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form with supervisor and all levels within the company as it relates to the job duties.
• Ability to comprehend and follow simple oral or written instructions.
• Ability to perform advanced math skills related to manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.  (i.e. assembly blueprint, production blueprint, etc.).
• Knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures within inspection and quality control field.
• Excellent knowledge of company's quality and production standards.
• Familiar with relevant ISO procedures.
• Proficient in the use of basic inspection measurement equipment. (i.e. calipers, micrometers, height gauge, thread gauges, plug gauges)
• Ability to pay attention to detail to visually inspect and recognize discrepancies in part's defects, blueprints, etc.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach or bend.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20 vision is required.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally required to work on the production floor as it relates to the job duties and responsibilities.
• The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud when working in the plant, in which hearing protection is required.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately in noisy environments.
• Must also have close, distance, and peripheral vision, with the ability to adjust focus and judge depth. Color vision is required as well.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
• Dental PPO Insurance
• Vision PPO Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
• Personal Retirement Advisor
• Generous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
• Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
• Uniform Rental Service
• Employee Events

COMPENSATION: $24-27 per hour

Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.

*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster ( (url removed) )

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