Quality Inspector Jobs in Wisconsin
Quality Inspector jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in manufacturing, food processing, and industrial equipment production, with consistent demand from entry-level to senior positions. Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Racine are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Kohler, Oshkosh Corporation, and Johnson Controls that maintain large quality assurance operations in the state. The most in-demand specialties are automotive components inspection, ISO-certified quality systems, and food safety compliance auditing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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DO YOU HAVE A FLAWLESS EYE FOR DETAIL AND INSPECTION? ARE YOU TRAINED IN ISO-9000 DOCUMENTATION? CAN YOU READ BLUEPRINTS, GAUGES AND TAPE MEASURES? DO YOU HAVE MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE INSPECTING LARGE SCALE FABRICATED METAL PRODUCTS?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Writes CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) programs in PC-DMIS and verifies dimensional layouts according to blueprints.
- Completes internal and external PPAPs (Production Part Approval Process) according to customer specifications.
- Performs technical inspections/measurements of products using equipment, requiring exacting tolerances, using equipment such as CMM, comparator, surface finish test equipment and related.
- Checks first piece-part layout and tooling to tool print and customer part drawings.
- Supplies inspection data to engineering, manufacturing and quality areas, and technical personnel at the customer's site.
- Adheres to ISO Quality procedures.
- Must be cable of performing 100% dimensional inspections.
- Performs lay-out, 1st Place, In Process, and Final Inspections.
- Very Strong background in GD&T and ability to read and understand complex machining drawings and CAD Models.
- Use precision inspection measuring devices.
- Operates and programs CMM. Use Calipers, Micrometers, pin gages, drip indicators, part specific verification, tools and SolidWorks.
- Communicate with customer/vendor quality and engineering to achieve print compliant parts and components.
- Reviews work orders (written or verbal) and determines specific inspection requirements/needs.
- Conducts inspections and tests (visual, dimensional, content, etc) on incoming components and materials.
- Identifies, quarantines and documents non-conforming parts or materials detected during incoming, WIP, or final inspection activities.
- Verifies and identifies (tags) incoming components/materials for inventory purposes.
- Prepares and processes inspection documents (packets, radiator id tags, etc) for IEA products.
- Maintains all inspection or audit of IEA finished goods and ship-loose components to ensure conformance with order.
- Maintains all inspection records relating to individual inspection activities.
- Makes recommendations to IEA Management for ordering, product or other changes in accordance with Company and customer requirements and specifications.
- Coordinates inspection activities with other IEA production activities.
- Cleans and maintains all assigned areas and equipment.
- Works in a safer manner at all times.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essentials duties.
Physical Demands:
- Maximum lifting requirements (pounds): 75 (infrequently), 50 (occasionally), 25 (frequently).
- Maximum moving requirements (pounds): 150 (with assistance).
- Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, twisting upper body, or climbing.
- Working at heights off the ground off the ground: 25 feet.
- Vision Requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception.
Work Environment:
- Work location(s): Metal fabrication/assembly shop; plant grounds, shop office with computer.
- Exposure: Fumes, airborne particles, wet/humid (non-weather) conditions, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts/equipment, inclement weather conditions.
- Personal Protective Requirement: Safety glasses, safety shoes (ANSI), Hardhat, gloves, and ear protection as necessary. Additional equipment per location requirements.
Position Requirments:
- Ability to read and understand job requirements and material specifications, shipping/receiving documents, shop drawings, and blueprints.
- Working knowledge of Excel and using ERP system.
- Working knowledge of properties and composition of radiator materials, structural metals and related components (OJT)
- Ability to communicate (oral/written) and work effectively with others.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with other IEA employees in the performance of inspections duties.
- Ability to plan and organize work and conduct inspection activities on a thorough and consistent basis.
- Working knowledge of radiator manufacturing - parts, materials and methods.
- Skill in using maintaining appropriate inspection tools and equipment including tape measure, calipers, and other various gages.
- Experience: two or more years hands-on CMM programming on the job. Two or more years of Quality Control related manufacturing experience.
- Education: CMM PC-DMIS formal training is preferred.
- Certificates, Licenses: Forklift Operator Certification is desirable
Our first shift is from Monday to Friday: 5:00am to 1:30pm
Overtime is worked on Saturday and sometimes Sunday
IEA manufactures large scale radiators/ heat transfer units. We are an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) making radiators with copper cores and steel frames through metal fabrication, welding, heavy assembly with pneumatic hand tools, QC/ ISO, material handling and use of hoists and cranes.
IEA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or other status protected by law. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- 2-year Manufacturing Environment Experience
- 2 year examining manufactured parts/components experience
- 2-year ISO Quality Procedures experience
Experience:
- Quality Control: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- ASQC Certification (Preferred)
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Kenosha, WI 53144 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kenosha, WI 53144: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
DO YOU HAVE A FLAWLESS EYE FOR DETAIL AND INSPECTION? ARE YOU TRAINED IN ISO-9000 DOCUMENTATION? CAN YOU READ BLUEPRINTS, GAUGES AND TAPE MEASURES? DO YOU HAVE MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE INSPECTING LARGE SCALE FABRICATED METAL PRODUCTS?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Writes CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) programs in PC-DMIS and verifies dimensional layouts according to blueprints.
- Completes internal and external PPAPs (Production Part Approval Process) according to customer specifications.
- Performs technical inspections/measurements of products using equipment, requiring exacting tolerances, using equipment such as CMM, comparator, surface finish test equipment and related.
- Checks first piece-part layout and tooling to tool print and customer part drawings.
- Supplies inspection data to engineering, manufacturing and quality areas, and technical personnel at the customer's site.
- Adheres to ISO Quality procedures.
- Must be cable of performing 100% dimensional inspections.
- Performs lay-out, 1st Place, In Process, and Final Inspections.
- Very Strong background in GD&T and ability to read and understand complex machining drawings and CAD Models.
- Use precision inspection measuring devices.
- Operates and programs CMM. Use Calipers, Micrometers, pin gages, drip indicators, part specific verification, tools and SolidWorks.
- Communicate with customer/vendor quality and engineering to achieve print compliant parts and components.
- Reviews work orders (written or verbal) and determines specific inspection requirements/needs.
- Conducts inspections and tests (visual, dimensional, content, etc) on incoming components and materials.
- Identifies, quarantines and documents non-conforming parts or materials detected during incoming, WIP, or final inspection activities.
- Verifies and identifies (tags) incoming components/materials for inventory purposes.
- Prepares and processes inspection documents (packets, radiator id tags, etc) for IEA products.
- Maintains all inspection or audit of IEA finished goods and ship-loose components to ensure conformance with order.
- Maintains all inspection records relating to individual inspection activities.
- Makes recommendations to IEA Management for ordering, product or other changes in accordance with Company and customer requirements and specifications.
- Coordinates inspection activities with other IEA production activities.
- Cleans and maintains all assigned areas and equipment.
- Works in a safer manner at all times.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essentials duties.
Physical Demands:
- Maximum lifting requirements (pounds): 75 (infrequently), 50 (occasionally), 25 (frequently).
- Maximum moving requirements (pounds): 150 (with assistance).
- Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, twisting upper body, or climbing.
- Working at heights off the ground off the ground: 25 feet.
- Vision Requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception.
Work Environment:
- Work location(s): Metal fabrication/assembly shop; plant grounds, shop office with computer.
- Exposure: Fumes, airborne particles, wet/humid (non-weather) conditions, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts/equipment, inclement weather conditions.
- Personal Protective Requirement: Safety glasses, safety shoes (ANSI), Hardhat, gloves, and ear protection as necessary. Additional equipment per location requirements.
Position Requirments:
- Ability to read and understand job requirements and material specifications, shipping/receiving documents, shop drawings, and blueprints.
- Working knowledge of Excel and using ERP system.
- Working knowledge of properties and composition of radiator materials, structural metals and related components (OJT)
- Ability to communicate (oral/written) and work effectively with others.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with other IEA employees in the performance of inspections duties.
- Ability to plan and organize work and conduct inspection activities on a thorough and consistent basis.
- Working knowledge of radiator manufacturing - parts, materials and methods.
- Skill in using maintaining appropriate inspection tools and equipment including tape measure, calipers, and other various gages.
- Experience: two or more years hands-on CMM programming on the job. Two or more years of Quality Control related manufacturing experience.
- Education: CMM PC-DMIS formal training is preferred.
- Certificates, Licenses: Forklift Operator Certification is desirable
Our first shift is from Monday to Friday: 5:00am to 1:30pm
Overtime is worked on Saturday and sometimes Sunday
IEA manufactures large scale radiators/ heat transfer units. We are an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) making radiators with copper cores and steel frames through metal fabrication, welding, heavy assembly with pneumatic hand tools, QC/ ISO, material handling and use of hoists and cranes.
IEA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or other status protected by law. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- 2-year Manufacturing Environment Experience
- 2 year examining manufactured parts/components experience
- 2-year ISO Quality Procedures experience
Experience:
- Quality Control: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- ASQC Certification (Preferred)
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Kenosha, WI 53144 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kenosha, WI 53144: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Agriculture & Farming
- Chemicals & Materials
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality inspector jobs across Wisconsin.
- High school diploma or associate degree in manufacturing technology or a related field
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards and documentation practices
- Experience using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Knowledge of statistical process control methods and basic data recording procedures
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Certification from ASQ as a Certified Quality Inspector is strongly preferred by Wisconsin employers
Quality Inspector Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality inspector in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license for quality inspectors, so the path starts with a high school diploma or an associate degree in manufacturing technology, quality assurance, or industrial operations from a school such as Milwaukee Area Technical College or Fox Valley Technical College. Most Wisconsin manufacturers then expect on-the-job training, and earning the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential strengthens a candidate's profile considerably for advancement.
Which companies hire quality inspectors in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin quality inspector roles are posted by Eaton, Sanmina, and ARCOSA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's deep manufacturing base, particularly in heavy equipment, automotive components, and food processing, means quality inspector hiring remains active well beyond the largest household names.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most quality inspector jobs?
Waukesha, Milwaukee, and Turtle Lake lead Wisconsin for quality inspector openings right now. Milwaukee's concentration of industrial manufacturers and corporate headquarters drives volume there, while Green Bay's food processing plants and Racine's precision manufacturing facilities generate steady postings in those markets as well.
Are there remote quality inspector jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of quality inspector openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely involve documentation review, audit reporting, and supplier correspondence rather than physical inspection on the production floor.
How can I get hired as a quality inspector in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a production technician or manufacturing associate role at a large Wisconsin facility, then moving into quality inspection after demonstrating attention to detail on the floor. Employers such as Oshkosh Corporation and Kohler run structured on-the-job training programs that bring new hires up to inspection standards without prior quality experience. Completing an associate program at Fox Valley Technical College or Waukesha County Technical College and earning ASQ membership before applying gives candidates a clear edge over others without a formal credential.
Where can I find and apply to quality inspector jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to quality inspector jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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