Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support quality assurance efforts for a custom packaging manufacturer specializing in protective and industrial packaging solutions. This role focuses on inspecting a wide range of packaging products—including foam inserts for electronics and high-value hardware, heavy-duty wood crates, export-compliant pallets, custom corrugated packaging and retail displays, sustainable molded fiber packaging, and specialized cold-chain shipping solutions—to verify they meet customer specifications and internal quality standards. The Quality Inspector plays a key role in maintaining high product quality by performing in-process, first-piece, and final inspections and documenting all findings within the company’s quality system.

Responsibilities

• Inspect corrugated boxes, wood crates, pallets, skids, foam inserts, and other packaging products to ensure they meet customer specifications and quality standards.

• Evaluate both cosmetic appearance and dimensional accuracy of products during in-process, first-piece, and final inspections.

• Use tape measures, blueprints, work instructions, and production documentation to verify that all products conform to required measurements and specifications.

• Utilize barcode scanners and computer-based documentation systems to record inspection results accurately within the company’s quality system.

• Perform thorough in-process quality checks throughout production to identify and address potential issues early.

• Conduct first-piece inspections to validate initial production runs before full-scale manufacturing begins.

• Complete final inspections on finished products to confirm quality and readiness for shipment.

• Provide clear, constructive feedback to machine operators and production personnel regarding quality concerns and nonconformances.

• Collaborate closely with production teams across multiple manufacturing areas to maintain consistent quality standards.

• Follow established work instructions, quality procedures, and documentation requirements with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and avoid shortcuts that could compromise product quality or customer satisfaction.

• Maintain a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and responsibility for the quality of products inspected.

• Support a continuous improvement culture by identifying opportunities to enhance inspection processes and overall product quality.

• Work independently while contributing positively to a team-oriented environment focused on safety and quality.

• Participate in hands-on training across multiple departments to build a solid understanding of products, equipment, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Previous quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and production documentation accurately.

• Proficiency using measuring tools such as tape measures and other inspection equipment.

• Comfortable utilizing barcode scanners and computer-based documentation systems for recording inspection results.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all inspection activities.

• Ability to perform in-process inspections, first-piece inspections, and final inspections independently.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to provide constructive feedback to machine operators and production teams.

• Ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented culture.

• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and responsibility for product quality.

• Self-motivated approach with a commitment to following established processes and quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in enhancing quality and inspection processes.

• Experience with continuous improvement principles is a plus.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing a variety of packaging solutions.

• Willingness to learn and participate in cross-department training to understand products, equipment, and manufacturing processes.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team-oriented environment that prioritizes safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The organization offers hands-on training across multiple departments, giving you a comprehensive understanding of products, equipment, and manufacturing processes while supporting your professional growth. You will work in a culture that values ownership, responsibility, and collaboration, with opportunities to contribute directly to maintaining high standards and improving processes over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in a production facility operating on a first shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required, including extended shifts during the week and occasional weekend work. The facility manufactures a wide range of packaging products, including custom foam inserts and protective packaging, wood crates and export-compliant pallets, corrugated boxes and retail display packaging, sustainable molded fiber packaging, and cold-chain and specialty protective shipping solutions. The work is performed primarily on the production floor, where employees spend the majority of the shift on their feet, walking between departments and interacting with various teams. Required personal protective equipment includes steel-toe boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection. New hires receive hands-on training throughout multiple departments to become familiar with the products, equipment, manufacturing processes, and quality standards used in the facility, within a team-focused environment centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Durham,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.