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RK Mechanical, Inc.

Location:
United States, Aurora

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

25.00 - 35.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The Quality Inspector role offers the opportunity to ensure excellence across manufacturing and inspection processes, supporting compliance, quality standards, and customer specifications. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality products and services while collaborating with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams. Quality Inspectors drive continuous improvement, identify non-conformances, and help create a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence. This role provides hands-on experience with inspection tools, blueprints, and technical drawings, with increasing responsibility based on experience level. It offers the chance to mentor and develop team members, influence process improvements, and contribute directly to the success and efficiency of manufacturing operations.

Job Responsibility:

Provide overall supervision for assigned project processes, including achieving performance metrics for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
Drive the application of Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts to achieve measurable and sustainable improvements
Train, mentor, and grow production team members to build a high performing and engaged workforce
Supervise manufacturing personnel, ensuring alignment, engagement, development, and retention of talent
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Identify opportunities for process efficiency and waste reduction
Accountable for the supervision of assigned project processes, including adherence to safety requirements, and standard work instructions
Coordinate with the Production Manager to provide tactical input on manufacturing support and execution
Participate in the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, including hazard analysis, safety procedures, and team member skill assessments
Perform complex inspections and resolve quality issues (for senior level)
Lead, train, mentor, develop, and drive a quality team (for senior level)

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required
additional vocational or technical training preferred
2+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing or construction environment
Familiar with basic inspection tools and techniques
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work in compliance with standard procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and capable of navigating ERP systems
Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (for higher levels)
4+ years of quality experience in manufacturing or construction, with increasing responsibility (for higher levels)
Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, technical drawings, and models independently
Strong understanding of industry standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC), NECA, and NEMA
Experience managing non-conformances and supporting corrective/preventive action processes
6+ years of quality experience in manufacturing or construction, with increasing responsibility (for senior level)
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 principles and quality management systems (for senior level)
Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs.
Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas
Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations
Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch for extended periods

Nice to have:

Additional vocational or technical training
Experience in a manufacturing or construction environment
Ability to design and deliver basic training on inspection protocols or tools
Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving ability, and independent judgment
Proactively collaborates with team members
Understands continuous improvement initiatives and is willing and able to make contributions

What we offer:

Competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being
Hands-on training and development opportunities through RK University
Accredited apprentice program
Support for local services through the RK Foundation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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