Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Photo Etch Inspector
Job Description

The Photo Etch Inspector verifies the quality of precision metal parts through visual inspection and dimensional measurements, removes parts from sheets, and prepares them for shipment in accordance with documented criteria and company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow instructions on travelers and other company documentation to complete required inspection and processing tasks accurately.
• Complete company documentation correctly to record manufacturing lot information, measurements, and inspection results in a clear and traceable manner.
• Work under direct supervision and follow established instructions and techniques to process parts consistently and in compliance with quality standards.
• Inspect parts at a bench using a microscope to determine conformance with internal and customer inspection criteria.
• Use drop gauges and handheld micrometers to measure material thickness and verify dimensional requirements.
• Use handheld tools to form metal parts as required by the specification or traveler.
• Remove parts from sheets using scissors, clippers, or hand-powered cut-off tools, selecting the appropriate method based on part design and requirements.
• Package inspected parts for shipment in a way that maintains product integrity and meets customer and company packaging standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection methods, processes, and workflows, and make recommendations that help reduce part costs and increase processing efficiency within the inspection department and the plant.
• Maintain organized work areas and documentation to support traceability, accuracy, and efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors in a fast-paced environment to meet production and quality goals.

• Experience performing visual inspection of parts, including microscope-based inspection, to verify conformance to documented criteria.
• Hands-on experience using measurement tools such as drop gauges and handheld micrometers to verify material thickness and dimensions.
• Ability to accurately complete quality documentation, including recording measurements, lot information, and inspection results.
• Demonstrated quality control, quality assurance, and quality inspection experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, documentation, and parts efficiently.
• Problem-solving skills to identify nonconformances and recommend improvements to inspection processes.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interpret instructions and document results clearly.
• Comfort using handheld tools, scissors, clippers, and hand-powered cut-off tools to process and separate parts.

• Experience working in a precision manufacturing, medical device, aerospace, or electronics-related environment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with formal quality control or quality assurance systems and documentation practices.
• Comfort working under direct supervision while following established procedures and techniques.
• Interest in continuous improvement and contributing ideas to enhance inspection efficiency and reduce costs.

You join an employee-focused organization that offers comprehensive benefits and a culture of shared success. You have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital benefits to support your health and financial security. A 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and post-tax contribution options helps you plan for the future. You can elect voluntary life and AD&D insurance for yourself and your dependents, along with short- and long-term disability coverage. A Health Spending Account and transportation benefits provide additional flexibility and savings. You also have access to an Employee Assistance Program and paid time off, vacation, or sick leave to support work-life balance. The organization emphasizes internal growth, continuous learning, and a workplace where your attention to detail and commitment to quality are valued and recognized.

Work Environment

The work environment centers on engineering and producing precision components that support the medical, aerospace, and electronics industries. The company operates as an employee-owned organization, giving each team member a voice and a stake in shared success. You work at a bench using microscopes, measurement tools such as drop gauges and handheld micrometers, and handheld tools including scissors, clippers, and hand-powered cut-off tools. The setting is fast-paced and quality-driven, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and continuous improvement. The culture promotes internal advancement, invests in ongoing learning, and encourages collaboration, ensuring that careful, detail-oriented work directly contributes to the performance and reliability of critical components.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, MA.

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/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 Plymouth,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 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.