Quality Inspector

Henrico, VA 23231

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Technician Job Number: 50529417 Compensation: $20-24 / hour

Job Description

Quality Inspector - 2nd shift
Location: Richmond, VA
2nd Shift | 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Pay Rate: $20 – $24/hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire
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.


We’re seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join our team in Richmond, VA. In this role, you’ll be responsible for performing visual inspections and using mechanical measurement tools (such as calipers and micrometers) to verify product quality. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone with prior manufacturing quality experience and solid documentation skills.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform visual inspections of parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Use mechanical measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) to verify product dimensions.
  • Accurately document inspection results and complete quality-related reports using Microsoft Office tools.
  • Work closely with production and engineering teams to identify and address quality issues.
  • Maintain a clean and organized inspection area, and follow all safety procedures.
Qualifications:
  • Prior quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
  • Familiarity with basic mechanical measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for data entry and reporting.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and work instructions.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently or in a team setting.
Nice to Have:
  • Experience reading blueprints or electrical schematics.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 or other quality systems.
If you're looking to grow your skills in a stable and supportive manufacturing environment, apply today!

 
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

Meet Your Recruiter

Max Francis
Technical Recruiter

Max Francis is a seasoned Engineering Recruiter specializing in the Automation Division at Sterling. With five years of invaluable experience in recruitment, Max is on a mission to help individuals find their perfect career move—one that aligns with their professional goals and supports their families.

As an Engineering Recruiter, Max excels in the Automation Division, leveraging his deep industry knowledge to connect candidates with opportunities tailor-made for their unique skill sets and aspirations. He understands that finding the right career move is a pivotal moment in people's lives, and he thrives on being a part of that journey.

What Max finds most exciting and rewarding about his work is the opportunity to guide individuals to their ideal career fit. He recognizes that this transition is an exhilarating time for most people, and he derives immense satisfaction from helping them navigate the path toward their next professional adventure.

Max's advice to job seekers is grounded in the value of connections. He believes that having a well-connected recruiter within the industry you aspire to be in can open doors to companies and positions that may not be readily available on job boards. In today's competitive job market, he encourages candidates to connect with a recruiter early in their job search journey. While he advocates for candidates to continue their independent job searches, he emphasizes the benefit of having an additional set of experienced eyes on the market.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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