QA Inspector
Job Description
Hire Type: Contract
Shift: 1st Mon-Fri, 7AM – 3:30PM
Compensation: $22-23 an hour
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must Have Skill Set (if applicable):
- Conduct product audits/inspections on major subassemblies and final products during and after production has completed their operations to see if the unit meets specifications and needs of fitness for use
- Conduct in-process monitoring while product is being assembled and recording the associated defect data
- Assist in monitoring special projects
- Provide audit coverage and complete audit summaries for review with Quality Supervisor and distribution
- Complete documentation requirements, e.g. Change Control, Height Sheets, Weights, Unit Folders, Inspection Records
- Act as a resource for problem–solving within departments
- Perform Quality System audits
- Obtain all necessary documentation required to do in-process monitoring and audit functions, e.g. inspection plans, routings, prints, customer contracts, etc.
- Able to work well with production and others team members consistently, accurately, and safely
- Skill Level I – 0-1 years of experience without any technical education
- Skill Level II – 1-2 years of experience or Technical Certifications
- Skill Level III – 2+ years of experience
- High School Education or GED
Meet Your Recruiter
Technical Recruiter
Lea Arvanites is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where she supports the rail division. Since joining Sterling, Lea has gained hands-on experience sourcing candidates, conducting outreach, and learning the full recruiting cycle within a technical staffing environment.
Early in her recruiting career, Lea has quickly adapted to the pace of technical staffing and continues to build confidence through her work with candidates. She is passionate about connecting people with career opportunities that align with their goals, strengths, and long-term potential.
For Lea, the most rewarding part of recruiting is helping candidates find roles where they can grow, contribute, and feel at home. She enjoys being part of that career journey and takes pride in helping create meaningful connections between talented individuals and the right opportunities.