Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector reviews products and materials to ensure they meet all internal and external quality requirements. This role focuses on measuring parts against specifications and drawings, documenting findings, and supporting problem solving across production areas. The inspector collaborates with operators, brazing, testing, and assembly teams to verify that all components and finished products meet established quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain clear quality standards for products produced within the facility.

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications to confirm that operations meet production and quality standards.

• Measure objects and parts using tools such as calipers and micrometers to verify compliance with specifications and drawings.

• Inspect and test materials and finished products as required to ensure they meet quality requirements.

• Accept or reject finished products based on inspection criteria and communicate inspection results to the production team.

• Identify products that do not meet production standards and recommend strategies to improve product quality.

• Recommend and support necessary adjustments or changes to production processes to resolve quality issues.

• Perform random inspections to assess ongoing product quality and process consistency.

• Provide problem-solving support and act as a quality resource for operators, brazing, testing, and assembly departments.

• Use visual inspection techniques to identify defects or nonconformities in parts and assemblies.

• Influence and encourage team members to follow established quality rules, procedures, and regulations.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S standards.

• Assist in other duties or support additional departments as operational needs change.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how parts and assemblies function.

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment with exposure to quality control or inspection activities.

• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers.

• Ability to perform detailed visual inspections and quality checks on parts and finished products.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes of quality issues and propose effective solutions.

• High attention to detail to ensure accurate measurements, documentation, and defect identification.

• Technical skills and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and manuals.

• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills to support measurement, documentation, and reporting tasks.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly share inspection results and collaborate with production teams.

• Ability to influence others to follow quality rules, standards, and procedures.

• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.

• Dexterity, physical strength, and stamina to handle parts, operate tools, and remain on task throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing processes and production operations.

• Familiarity with quality assurance principles and methods.

• Experience using hoists or similar equipment in a production or manufacturing setting.

• Comfort working with a variety of departments, including operators, brazing, testing, and assembly.

• Ability to adapt to changing departmental needs and take on additional duties as required.

• Commitment to workplace organization and continuous improvement practices such as 5S.

Why Work Here?

You will join a highly regarded manufacturing organization recognized repeatedly for excellence in its field. The facility is modern, clean, and expanding, offering the opportunity to grow with a location that is planned to increase its workforce significantly. Employees tend to build long-term careers here, reflecting a stable environment and strong retention. You will work in a setting that values quality, continuous improvement, and collaboration, with the chance to contribute meaningfully to a growing operation.

Work Environment

This is a second-shift position in a very clean, modern manufacturing facility with newly installed air conditioning. Typical hours are approximately 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Each workday begins with a 2:30 p.m. meeting to share information and updates for the second shift, and attendance at this meeting is required. The role involves working on the production floor and in inspection areas, using precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers, as well as performing visual inspections. The environment supports organized, 5S-driven work areas and emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient production operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.