Industrial Paint Quality Control Inspector

At 6:00 a.m., you step onto the floor in the Watseka, IL area, ready to be the last line of defense for product appearance and performance. With calibrated gauges and a sharp eye, you examine painted parts as they move from the paint line, confirming each one meets both company and customer expectations before it advances to the next stage.

• Scrutinize finishes for flaws like runs, drips, sags, light coverage, overspray, contamination, and any color inconsistencies.
• Measure and verify paint thickness, gloss, and adhesion using approved tools and test methods aligned to specifications.
• Make pass/fail calls so only parts that meet cosmetic and functional criteria move forward.
• Document inspection outcomes accurately, maintaining records and quality reports per company procedures.
• Flag and isolate nonconforming parts; promptly communicate issues to paint line operators, supervisors, and quality team members.
• Support routine calibration checks of inspection instruments and keep the inspection area clean and organized.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at reducing defects and stabilizing paint quality.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

• 1st shift, Monday–Friday
• Daily hours: 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Saturdays as scheduled; the Saturday plan is shared every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.
• Saturday hours when scheduled: 6:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
• Weekly pay
• $16.00 per hour
• Full-time

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, inc. is hiring Quality Control Inspectors for the Watseka, IL area. Apply today for immediate consideration.