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Posted: 01/29/2026 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: 44106 Pay Rate: 27.00

Job Description

The Panther Group is currently seeking a Mechanical Inspector for a contract to hire opportunity with a respected manufacturing company.

Detail oriented person responsible for ensuring that mechanical components, assemblies, and finished products meet specified quality standards, engineering drawings, and regulatory requirements. The Mechanical Inspector must have experience in Machine Shop and manufacturing environments. A preferred background in precision machining, inspection, and ability to ensure compliance with ISO 9001/ AS9100, reducing defects.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs dimensional, physical, and functional inspections per engineered drawings.
Verifies material certifications, heat treat records and plating/coating compliance.
Uses observation, measurement and testing to identify faults in materials/manufacturing.
Performs Machine Shop inspection of First Piece and work in process items.
Use statistical and analytical methods to test product samples to evaluate.
Maintains records and forms detailing quality levels, inspection data.
Assists with calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.
Maintains quality records as needed.
Identifies process issues and works with machinists to improve quality at the source.

Requirements:

High School Diploma
On-the-job experience
Knowledge of Quality Inspection a must
College or Technical school courses in Manufacturing, Blueprint Reading or Quality Systems preferred.
A general understanding of inspection processes and procedures. Familiarity with ISO-9001 and AS9100 is a plus.
Required experience using traditional inspection equipment including height gages, calipers, shadowgraph, thread gages, micrometers etc.
Dexterity and accuracy as needed to operate testing equipment or gages.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Set up and operations of CNC mills, lathes and Visual AV machines.
Familiar with engineering drawings, tolerances, and GD&T symbols.
Ability to Conduct in-process inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy.
Effective Communication and Collaboration skills to troubleshoot manufacturing issues with quality and engineering teams.

This is a great opportunity with a reputable company to gain valuable experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Meet Your Recruiter

Amanda Krafcik

Amanda is a Client Success Manager and has 10+ years of experience in the staffing industry. She focuses on finding the best talent for our clients and is a passionate team player. Fun fact: Amanda loves movies and is always watching them or talking about them on podcasts.

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