Quality Inspector

Job summary

Inspect sheet metal parts at first article, final, and occasional in-process stages, using measurement tools to verify conformance with customer drawings and specifications. Document inspection results, identify quality issues, and work with production and quality teams to resolve them.

Job details

About Wesgar Wesgar is a leader in the custom sheet metal fabrication industry, specializing in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing for a wide range of global sectors. Based in Port Coquitlam, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture built on empathy, professional development, and operational excellence. We are committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and high-energy environment where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects. Position Summary We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for inspecting precision sheet metal parts throughout the production process to ensure they meet customer drawings, specifications, and internal quality standards. The ideal candidate has strong measuring and blueprint-reading skills, is comfortable working with inspection tools and computer systems, and can communicate clearly with production teams to resolve quality issues. Key Responsibilities * Perform first article, final, and occasional in-process inspections. * Measure dimensions and features of manufactured sheet metal parts to verify conformance to customer drawings. * Use a variety of measuring and inspection equipment accurately. * Identify quality issues and communicate them to the appropriate production work center for correction. * Complete inspection reports, data entry, and other quality documentation. * Work closely with production and quality teams to support consistent product quality. Qualifications & Skills * 1-3 years of previous experience in a Quality Inspector, Quality Assurance Technician, Quality Controller, or similar role. * Experience using measuring equipment such as dial and digital calipers, manual and digital protractors, height gauges, tape measures, and squares. Previous experience with measuring equipment is required. * Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer systems. * Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills. * Ability to work independently as well as part of the inspection team. * Reliable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. * Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Preferred Attributes * Previous experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment. * Experience in precision sheet metal fabrication. * Familiarity with first article inspection, final inspection, and quality reporting processes. * Experience working with production teams to resolve non-conformance issues. Schedule & Pay Details * Shift: Day shift (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM) * Salary range: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour * Location: Port Coquitlam, BC * Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

What you’ll do

Inspect sheet metal parts at first article, final, and occasional in-process stages, using measurement tools to verify conformance with customer drawings and specifications. Document inspection results, identify quality issues, and work with production and quality teams to resolve them.

Requirements

Previous experience using measuring equipment and strong blueprint-reading skills are required, along with clear communication and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based systems. Candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; manufacturing quality inspection experience is preferred.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Measuring Equipment
• Blueprint Reading
• Dimensional Inspection
• First Article Inspection
• Final Inspection
• In-Process Inspection
• Quality Reporting
• Microsoft Office
• Windows-Based Computer Systems
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Attention To Detail
• Time Management
• Organization
• Non-Conformance Resolution
• First Article Inspections
• Empathy
• Tape Measure
• Energetic
• Calipers
• Organizational Skills
• Height Gauges
• Communication
• Computer Systems
• Data Entry
• Fabrication
• Sheet Metal
• Operational Excellence
• Production Process
• QC Reporting
• Quality Management
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Product Quality (QA/QC)
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Quality Inspector
• Quality Inspector (General)
• Product Graders and Testers (except Foods and Beverages)
• Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers

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