Quality Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector ensures that incoming materials, in-process components, and finished goods meet all technical and quality requirements. This role focuses on interpreting technical drawings and specifications, performing detailed inspections, maintaining measurement equipment, and accurately documenting quality data to support a safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications, manufacturing blueprints, and related quality documentation to understand inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Inspect incoming materials using visual inspection, measurement testing, and documentation review to verify compliance with specifications.
• Conduct in-process inspections of machined components, sheet metal parts, and welded assemblies to confirm conformance to drawings, specifications, and process requirements.
• Approve or reject finished goods based on specification compliance and coordinate or verify rework activities when required.
• Document inspection results in accordance with internal procedures and enter quality data into designated systems accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain, verify, and support the calibration of quality and measurement equipment to ensure reliable operation and accurate inspection results.
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives by completing assignments aligned with department and business unit goals.
• Collaborate with purchasing, engineering, production, and other internal teams to resolve quality-related issues and support on-time delivery objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, ISO 9001, and operational procedures while contributing to a safe manufacturing environment.
• Participate in on-site interviews and evaluation processes as needed to support quality-related hiring or training initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in inspection, quality control, and quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using standard inspection tools and measurement equipment such as calipers and micrometers for precise dimensional checks.
• Strong visual inspection skills to identify defects, nonconformities, and deviations from specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints, including tapped holes, cutaways, perpendicular and parallel views, and general industrial drawing standards.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements and quality processes, including documentation and compliance practices.
• Familiarity with calibration methods and procedures for quality and measurement equipment.
• Ability to use the metric system and apply geometric tolerancing principles in inspection activities.
• Proficiency in SAP for quality-related transactions and data management.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and maintain detailed quality records.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurement, documentation, and compliance with quality standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and work under pressure while adapting to changing priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ASQ certification or similar professional quality certifications is highly beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting, analysis, and documentation of inspection results.
• Experience using reporting tools to track quality metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with quality documentation systems and electronic data capture tools.
• Experience in working with ISO 9001-certified manufacturing operations is an advantage.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-standing, stable business that values rigorous quality practices and continuous improvement. You will work in an environment that emphasizes collaboration across departments, supports professional growth in quality and inspection disciplines, and encourages attention to detail and operational excellence. The organization offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to product reliability and customer satisfaction while developing your expertise with established quality processes and systems.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing setting that utilizes cannabis and tobacco packing machinery and related equipment. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, with close collaboration between quality, engineering, purchasing, and production teams. Work involves frequent use of inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers, engagement with SAP and other digital systems, and adherence to ISO 9001 and internal safety and operational procedures. Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines and operational standards while working on or around industrial machinery.

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

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Henrico,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

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.

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.

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.