Job Information
Actalent Quality Inspector in Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Quality Inspector- 2nd Shift
Job Description
As a Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for interpreting manufacturing drawings and performing quality inspections using various gages and inspection tools. This role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Inspection, Gage Calibration, or as a Quality Technician. You will be expected to update inspection reports and conduct inspections, both visual and using measuring tools. Experience in electronics and circuit board manufacturing, PCBA, or electro-mechanical manufacturing is highly desired. Additionally, the role involves interpreting engineering drawings, understanding measurements, and reading drawing notes.
Responsibilities
Conduct incoming inspections and measure parts according to blueprints.
Use inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gages.
Document non-conformities and update inspection reports.
Create and perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), if required.
Assist with PPAPs, and draft PFMEA & Control Plans, as needed.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in quality inspection and control.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
Experience with inspection tools like micrometers, calipers, and gages.
Strong quality documentation skills.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo Grove,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.