QC Inspector

Location: Northwest Houston, TX Employment Type: Direct Hire OR Temp to Hire (DOE)

FLSA: Hourly, Non-Exempt Reports To: Quality Manager Compensation: $21-$25/hr.

Shifts: 1st & 3rdOur client is a global manufacturer of complex assemblies and finished components supporting data center infrastructure, energy, automotive, and industrial process markets. With multiple international manufacturing sites and a strong U.S. presence, this organization is known for high-precision assembly, integration, and quality-driven manufacturing for blue-chip customers. The Houston operation focuses heavily on assembly and integration work for data centers and process-driven industrial environments, requiring tight dimensional control, repeatable inspection processes, and robust metrology practices.

Position Summary: The Quality Control Inspector ensures products meet established quality standards and customer specifications through precise start-up, in-process, and final inspections. This is a hands-on inspection role requiring strong dimensional measurement skills, blueprint interpretation, and familiarity with structured Quality Management Systems (QMS). The ideal candidate brings experience in plastic components, mechanical assemblies, or high-volume manufacturing environments and is comfortable working independently on shift.

Key Responsibilities: Perform start-up, in-process, and final inspections in accordance with internal quality procedures and customer specifications Conduct dimensional inspections using:

• Calipers
• MicrometersPin gauges
• Height gauges
• Go/No-Go gauges
• Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
• Inspect first articles, sample runs, and tooling/process modifications
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T symbols
• Monitor SPC data and identify out-of-control trends
• Conduct capability studies and assist with process validation activities
• Document inspection results and nonconformances (NCMR, VRR, RMA)
• Ensure proper segregation and quarantine of nonconforming material
• Verify labeling and packaging compliance prior to shipment
• Enter inspection data into internal quality tracking systems
• Communicate shift hand-off information to oncoming inspectors
• Maintain inspection equipment and notify team of calibration concerns
• Support training of new operators and inspectors as needed
• Promote adherence to quality and safety standards