Quality Control Inspector

Long Island City, NY 11101

Posted: 02/05/2026 Job Number: 54700273 Pay Rate: $28-33 / hour

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector
DETAILS:
  • Duration: Contract – Temp to Hire
  • Location: Arch Street, Long Island City, NY
  • Pay Rate: $23–$33/hr, depending on experience
  • Shift: 1st Shift 
  • 3 Openings Available.
  • Benefits: Optional benefits available during contract; full benefits upon permanent hire
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Quality Control Inspector to support rail car manufacturing operations at our Arch Street facility in Long Island City, NY.
Responsibilities
As a Quality Control Inspector, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to:
  • Perform Quality Control (QC) inspections on rail car parts and sub-assemblies
  • Conduct visual inspections to ensure conformance to quality standards and identify non-conformances
  • Perform all work in accordance with engineering drawings, written procedures, and verbal/written instructions
  • Use inspection tools including scales, tape measures, calipers, micrometers, combination squares, and other measuring equipment
  • Inspect parts, equipment, and installations on rail car bodies for accuracy and compliance
  • Work confidently with both English and Metric measurement systems
  • Accurately document inspection results in reports and related quality documentation
  • Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints across all inspection phases, including:
    • Part Fabrication
    • Receiving
    • Metal Matching
    • Sub-Assembly
    • Shell Assembly
    • Truck Assembly & Test
    • Interior and Cab
    • Exterior
    • Under-floor
    • Source inspections
Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a Quality Control / Inspection role
  • Ability to work independently and perform final inspection of a complete rail car
  • Proficient with measuring instruments (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.)
  • Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment
  • Physically capable of climbing stairs/ladders and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 40 lbs
Work Environment
This role is based in a rail car manufacturing facility at Arch Street, Long Island City, NY, with exposure to both indoor and outdoor conditions. Strict adherence to safety and quality standards is required.
Company Overview
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group focuses on matching high-quality candidates with top-tier clients while fostering a culture where success is shared. In 2023, the company was acquired by HW Staffing Solutions, expanding service offerings to include technology and professional services.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
Please include a clean resume, salary expectations, and any available references.


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