Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Quality Inspector
Job Description
The Quality Inspector ensures products consistently meet established quality standards throughout the entire manufacturing process. This role conducts detailed audits and inspections, analyzes data to identify trends, and collaborates closely with engineering, development, and operations teams to prevent defects and drive continuous improvement. The position also manages MRB (Material Review Board) activities, oversees equipment calibration and maintenance records, and communicates quality findings clearly to stakeholders through meetings, reports, and presentations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough audits and inspections of products and processes to identify, document, and address quality issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, development, and operations, to ensure quality is maintained throughout the product lifecycle.
- Communicate quality issues, nonconformities, and findings clearly and promptly to relevant stakeholders.
- Participate in meetings and presentations to share quality information, inspection results, and updates on improvement initiatives.
- Lead and motivate a team of quality inspectors to achieve high standards of performance and accuracy.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to quality team members to enhance their skills and ensure consistent inspection practices.
- Manage MRB (Material Review Board) meetings, including the review and disposition of nonconforming materials and products.
- Review equipment calibration, validation, and maintenance records to ensure they are completed correctly, accurately documented, and performed on schedule.
- Apply quality control and quality assurance tools and techniques to prevent defects and improve processes.
- Perform detailed quality inspections to verify that products meet established specifications and standards.
- Use data analysis and reporting to identify quality trends, root causes, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Maintain clear, accurate, and organized records of inspection results and quality-related documentation.
- Work closely with production personnel and quality management to resolve quality concerns and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure that quality inspection activities comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Support production activities such as quality checks and paint preparation as needed to maintain overall product quality.
Essential Skills
- Extensive experience in quality control with a strong ability to identify and correct defects in finished products through inspections and testing.
- Strong experience in quality assurance, focusing on proactive processes that prevent defects by managing and improving the overall production process.
- Solid experience in quality inspection, ensuring products or services consistently meet defined quality standards.
- 3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of quality inspection within manufacturing processes and workflows.
- Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Excellent visual acuity and the ability to identify even minor defects in products and components.
- Familiarity with industry quality standards and regulations applicable to manufacturing.
- Ability to interpret quality data, identify trends, and use insights to drive quality improvement initiatives.
- Clear and accurate record-keeping skills for documenting inspection results and quality findings.
- Effective communication skills for interacting with production personnel, quality management, and other stakeholders.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to guide and support a team of inspectors.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting related to quality metrics and inspection outcomes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with quality assurance and quality control tools and techniques.
- Experience in production and quality checks within a manufacturing setting.
- Nice to have: paint quality experience, particularly in inspecting painted surfaces for defects and finish quality.
Why Work Here?
You will join a fast-growing organization that values entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and continuous improvement. The company offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and access to an employee assistance program. You will work in a modern, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility equipped with industry 4.0 technology and electric charging stations. The culture emphasizes inclusivity, diversity, and openness to change, encouraging employees to contribute their ideas and perspectives. There is a strong focus on career development and internal promotion, providing meaningful opportunities for advancement while contributing to a broader green industry transformation.
Work Environment
This role is based in a modern, air-conditioned manufacturing facility that incorporates industry 4.0 technology and advanced production equipment. The environment supports hands-on work on the production floor, requiring the ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb a portable ladder. The position requires good manual dexterity, including coordination of both hands and multi-limb movements, to handle precision measuring tools and inspection tasks. Personal protective equipment is required and provided, reflecting a strong emphasis on safety. The facility includes electric charging stations and is designed to support efficient, high-quality manufacturing operations. Shift details may vary based on production needs
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Company Description
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.