• Buffalo, NY

• Schedule: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM (Sunday Night - Friday Morning)

• Starting Pay: $22.90/hour

• On-Site | Full-Time | Hourly

Join Our Team

We're seeking a detail-oriented Inspector to support our 3rd shift operations in Buffalo, NY. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality throughout the manufacturing process by conducting inspections, maintaining quality records, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform first-piece, in-process, receiving, tooling, and final inspections.

• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

• Utilize a variety of gauges and inspection equipment.

• Calibrate, set up, and maintain inspection tools and gauges.

• Inspect specialty tooling including forms, shaves, drills, and broaches before use.

• Verify compliance with plating, heat-treat, and other outside process specifications.

• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.

• Identify quality concerns, issue rejections when necessary, and recommend corrective actions.

• Support communication and coordination between Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams.

• Maintain a safe, clean work environment in accordance with 6S standards.

• Follow all Quality Management System procedures and work instructions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand blueprints.

• Strong shop math skills.

• Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.

• Knowledge of calibration practices and quality inspection methods.

• Understanding of manufacturing processes, heat treating, plating, and outside operations.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to make sound quality decisions and effectively communicate findings.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage of $22.90/hour

• Regular overtime opportunities

• Stable full-time employment

• Comprehensive training and development

• Opportunity to contribute to a quality-focused manufacturing team

Benefits

MacLean-Fogg offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, time away, and career development:

• Medical insurance with four Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options and 100% coverage for eligible preventive care

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 3.5%, full vesting after two years, and discretionary profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidays to rest, recharge, and spend time with family

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions of up to $1,000 for individual coverage or $2,000 for family coverage

• Company-paid life insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Long-term disability insurance available through voluntary coverage

• Paid parental leave following an eligible birth, adoption, or placement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial support through Spring Health

• Four free therapy sessions each year for employees and each eligible family member

• Free 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc

• Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees and continuing education

• Professional and leadership development through LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg development programs

• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

• Virtual physical therapy through Hinge Health

• On-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv

• Employee wellness and savings programs, including wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new-vehicle rebate program

• Holiday appreciation gifts for employees and their families

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a privately held, fourth-generation family-owned manufacturer with more than 100 years of history. We manufacture engineered components for automotive and industrial applications and operate facilities across the United States.

Our long-term ownership allows us to invest in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities. We are committed to integrity, people, customer excellence, stewardship, continuous improvement, and building lasting relationships with our employees and customers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MacLean-Fogg is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact careers@macleanfogg.com.