Quality Inspector

ABOUT LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES

Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.

You can now text "Jobs" to 763-296-1077 to learn more!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring products meet company standards and customer requirements through detailed visual and hands on inspection. This role focuses on examining materials, components, and finished playground products to identify defects, irregularities, or deviations from specifications.

Hours: M-F, 5:00 A.M.-1:30 P.M.

VALUES

• Innovation
• Commitment & Passion
• Integrity
• Team & Relationships

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform detailed visual and hands on inspections of materials, components, and finished playground parts to identify defects, damage, or deviations from standards.
• Document inspection results accurately in digital system.
• Communicate identified defects or concerns to production staff and quality team members in a timely manner.
• Assist in verifying reworked or corrected parts meet acceptance criteria before release.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify visual and surface level defects.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or production environments.
• Ability to follow written instructions, inspection procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Basic computer or tablet skills for entering inspection results.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions or escalate concerns.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

The target hourly range is $18.50 - $20.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs..

In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf