Inspector II, 1st shift

Regal Rexnord Corp
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Downers Grove
2324 Curtiss Street (Show on map)
Aug 13, 2026
Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office. ____________________ This position covers several areas of Inspection responsibility through-out the facility. This position is a critical link between the shop floor associates, and the engineering specifications and requirements. The person in this role will ensure that performance standards are met and take appropriate action where necessary to meet agreed deadlines, quality performance, and production targets. The role also includes cross training throughout the department and assisting when there is a bottleneck in an inspection area, vacation fill-ins, or managing absences. You will be responsible for supporting team cohesion within the department and the facility and lead by example. Working hours: 8am-4pm Key Accountabilities Ensure strict adherence to and implementation of Company Safety and Work rules. Performs inspection operations in each of the following areas: Final Inspection Heat Treat Inspection Plating Inspection Receiving QC Inspection Pre/Post OSP Inspection In-Process Inspection First Article Inspection Responsible for creation of nonconformance documentation (NCRs) when discrepancies are detected at any inspection stage. Removal of the discrepant material from the production areas. Maintain and support SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) metrics in all areas assigned. Ensure that all quality requirements are being followed including procedural compliance and defect reporting. Act as a liaison between production associates and quality requirements. Maintaining all inspection data during daily inspections and responsible for ensuring all paperwork is in its proper place at the end of the shift. Communicate and coordinate with other members of the Quality team to ensure that all areas flow efficiently. Aid in absenteeism coverage to ensure all production requirements are met. Escalate production and assembly quality issues or work stoppages caused by a quality issue immediately. Set up and adjust gauges using required equipment or masters per specification requirements. This includes periodic verifications of gage set-up. Work with quality engineering in the design of new or modified gauging when required. Ability to help the manufacturing area in troubleshooting and resolving gage issues. Qualifications This position requires the applicant to be a US Person with a US permanent residence. A US Person is a US Citizen or Green card holder High school diploma or equivalent. 2-3 years of Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment demonstrating increasing accountability. 2-3 years previous Aerospace DSQR experience preferred. Qualified experience, ASQ Certified CQT CMI a plus. Thorough knowledge of the AS9102 (FAI's) First Article Inspection process, and Quality Planning tools (including SPC, GR&R, Cpk, GD&T, DMAIC, First Piece Inspection, Cost of Quality) Understanding and basic knowledge of all aviation industry compliance standards required, including ISO and AS 9000 quality systems, ISO 10012, AS9100, ISO9001, FAA FAR regulations. Strong application knowledge of calibration and metrology systems including the development, improving, and approving gauging methodologies and design. Qualifications should include general or application knowledge of; quality assurance systems, Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, blue print interpretation, and process capability analysis. Effective communication skills - strong written and verbal communication skills. Including developing, implementing, and maintaining procedures, work instructions, and related forms that support the Quality system Basic math aptitude. Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and general understanding of metallurgy; ability to understand the physical and mechanical properties of metals as affected by composition, mechanical working and heat treatments including metal cutting and grinding is desirable. Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management Training and experience in Microsoft Office 2000 or greater. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively throughout the shift. Rewards In addition to gaining invaluable experience and having the opportunity to create a legacy, the dynamic leader we seek will be rewarded with: Competitive Hourly Wage up to $32/hr Matching 401(k) contribution Exceptional Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) Educational Reimbursement How to apply Interested candidates may submit their resume through the Careers section at www.regalrexnord.com. Internal Associates go to myapps.microsoft.com > sign in with username and password > talent hub (workday) > jobs hub > browse jobs. Upload a current resume. Regal Rexnord associates must be in good standing for consideration for job openings. This includes satisfactory or above ratings in job performance and no corrective actions, PIP's, disciplinary issues or warnings in the last 12 months. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company's electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company's automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company's end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.