Quality Control Inspector

Heilind
Lumberton, NJ, United States

Manufacturing
Full-time
quality control inspector
inspection and testing
precision measurement tools

Our job summary

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for inspecting and testing mechanical, electrical, or assembled products to ensure they meet strict performance and safety standards, primarily for military and aerospace components. Key duties include using precision tools, interpreting engineering drawings, documenting results in ERP systems, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. The role requires experience with quality standards such as ISO 9001, strong communication skills, and U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements with the U.S. Navy.

Bring precision, curiosity, and craftsmanship to a team that builds components trusted by the U.S. Navy.

At Interstate Connecting Components (ICC), a division of Heilind Mil-Aero, we take pride in engineering excellence. As a Quality Control Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that every part we ship meets the highest standards of performance and safety.

If you have experience inspecting, measuring, or testing mechanical, electrical, or assembled products — or even a background in pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing where precision is everything — this could be the perfect next step in your quality career.

What You’ll Do

Perform inspection and testing of incoming materials and finished products using precision tools (calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, drop gauges, etc.).
Interpret engineering drawings and verify that products meet specifications before they reach our customers.
Serve as the liaison between Quality and Warehouse teams, ensuring materials flow seamlessly from receipt to shipment.
Conduct and coordinate Customer Source Inspections when required.
Support investigations of nonconforming materials and contribute to process improvements.
Accurately document inspections and results in our ERP system (Inventory, Order Entry, Purchasing, and Production modules).
Assist with continuous improvement projects, developing better inspection methods and tools.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Purpose-driven work: Your inspections directly impact mission-critical equipment used in military and aerospace applications.
Skill development: Get hands-on exposure to diverse products and inspection techniques in a growing organization.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; PTO and holidays; tuition reimbursement; wellness and pet insurance programs; and referral bonuses.

What You’ll Bring

High school diploma or college degree plus 1–2 years of experience in quality control, testing, or manufacturing (mechanical, electrical, chemical, or assembly environments all welcome).
Hands-on experience with measuring devices and testing equipment — calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or blueprints.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards or equivalent Quality Management Standard (AS9100 experience is a plus).
Strong communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
Must be a U.S. citizen (required under U.S. Navy contracts).

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to sit, stand, walk, use
computers, read, write, type, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones, and utilize written and
oral communication to interact with clients, co-workers, and customers.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly, and occasionally up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push,
pull or otherwise move objects.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close visual acuity to perform activities such as:
inspecting manufactured parts (with and without magnification), preparing/analyzing data and figures;
viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception,
ability to adjust focus and ability to distinguish colors and color variation of physical parts and
components, and in documentation such as work instructions and engineering drawings.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of
this job.

Working Conditions
Position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or
administrative work).

To perform this position, you must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements with the US Navy.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Interstate Connecting Components - A Division of Heilind Mil-Aero, LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Heilind Mil-Aero is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

The American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the "essential functions" of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.

As a Federal Contractor, we are required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following links:

E-Verify
Right to Work (English) (Spanish)

ICC and TrekConnect, a subsidiary of Heilind Mil-Aero, offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full time, regular employees which include:

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
PTO and holidays
Accident, life, disability and critical illness insurance
401k program with match
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Pet insurance
Employee discount program
Referral bonuses

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