Quality Inspector
NOW HIRING: ENTRY-LEVEL QUALITY INSPECTORS Manchester, CT $19–22/hr + Shift Differentials
Great opportunity for students, recent grads, or anyone with hands-on manufacturing, machining, engineering technology, or technical training experience.
What You’ll Do
Join a plastics manufacturing team performing product inspections to ensure quality standards are met. Responsibilities include:
· Inspect finished products for defects, measurements, and functionality
· Use measuring tools like calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, and other hand tools
· Perform visual inspections of small parts using microscopes or inspection equipment
· Record inspection results in spreadsheets or quality systems
· Identify quality issues and communicate them to production teams
· Help quarantine or contain non-conforming product when needed
· Maintain organized workstations and retained product samples
What We’re Looking For
This is a great fit for students or recent graduates in:
· Manufacturing Technology
· Engineering Technology
· Precision Machining / CNC Programs
· Quality / Industrial Technology
· Mechanical Technology
Helpful experience includes:
· Basic use of calipers and micrometers
· Reading simple blueprints or engineering drawings
· Basic computer/data entry skills
· Strong attention to detail
· Manufacturing, machining, lab, or technical coursework experience
No extensive quality inspection background required — training available for candidates with strong mechanical aptitude.
Shift Options
Weekday Shifts
· 2nd Shift (Green Shift): Mon–Thurs | 1:00 PM – 11:30 PM | 10% Shift Differential
· 3rd Shift (Blue Shift): Tues–Fri | 11:30 PM – 10:00 AM | 10% Shift Differential
Weekend Split Shifts
· Green Weekend Shift: Fri–Sun | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM | 25% Shift Differential
· Blue Weekend Shift: Sat–Mon | 11:30 PM – 11:30 AM | 25% Shift Differential
Benefits
· 2 Weeks Vacation
· 40 Hours Sick Time
· Opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing quality experience
Physical Requirements
· Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
· Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
· Strong attention to detail / visual inspection of small parts