Quality Inspector (Fabrication) - Job Description

Fabrication Quality Inspector

MJ Celco, Inc. – Schiller Park, IL

MJ Celco is a growing metal stamping and fabrication manufacturer serving customers in a variety of industries. We are seeking a detail-oriented Fabrication Quality Inspector to join our team and help ensure our products meet customer specifications, engineering requirements, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform first piece, in-process, and final inspections of fabricated parts and assemblies
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections
• Use precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, thread gauges, optical comparators, and QC laser equipment
• Inspect sheet metal components, laser-cut parts, turret-punched parts, assemblies, and finished products
• Complete inspection reports, quality records, and traceability documentation
• Review material certifications, certificates of conformity, and supplier documentation
• Identify and document nonconforming materials and products
• Support containment and corrective action activities
• Verify calibration status of inspection equipment before use
• Assist with gauge control and calibration activities
• Follow ISO 9001 requirements and established quality procedures

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong background in visual inspection of stamped and assembled parts
• 2–5 years of quality inspection experience in fabrication, sheet metal, laser-cut, turret-punched, or assembly environments
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Knowledge of inspection methods and sampling techniques
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and priorities

Preferred

• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or similar certification
• Experience working within an ISO 9001:2015 quality system

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform detailed visual inspections
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment while wearing required PPE

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Dependability and accountability
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Work hours: Monday through Thursday, 6am to 4:30pm.