Final Inspection Lead (ControlTech Automation)

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Who We Are

As an independent division within Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Inc., ControlTech Automation (CTA) is a control panel integrator and fabricator for process, packaging, utility, and other industries. CTA is based in St. Louis and specializes in control panels for systems integrators and production facilities located throughout the United States. CTA provides control solutions for single pieces of equipment, entire processes, and complete plants. CTA has engineering design capabilities and builds panels from customer-supplied design packages.

What You’ll Do
As ourFinal Inspection Lead, you’ll lead a skilled inspection team to ensure every panel leaving our floor meets the highest standards for safety, quality, and performance. You’ll drive process improvements, support training, and collaborate across departments to keep projects moving smoothly and our customers satisfied.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily final inspection operations, ensuring all products meet specs and safety standards.
• Oversee inspection procedures and continuously look for ways to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Review assemblies for function, completeness, and compliance before shipment.
• Document results, punch lists, and defects. Partner with manufacturing to resolve issues quickly.
• Develop, implement, and uphold quality control standards and best practices.
• Track and analyze quality data to spot trends and drive improvements.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and customers for smooth final approval.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support to the inspection team.
• Ensure inspection tools are calibrated and maintained properly.
• Serve as the key communicator between inspection and other departments.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED (Associate degree in quality management a plus)
• 5+ years in inspection/QC roles, including 2+ years in a leadership capacity
• Strong knowledge of inspection tools, quality systems, and control panel specs
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Commitment to safety, people-first leadership, and continuous improvement
• Valid driver’s license; able to lift up to 50 lbs

Why CTA?
We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and real opportunities for growth in a people-centered environment. If you’re passionate about quality, safety, and helping teams do their best work, we’d love to hear from you.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

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