Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector Job Description
The Quality Inspector provides technical services in a specialized discipline and supports production by ensuring that parts, equipment, and processes meet established quality standards. This role works under the direction or guidance of a functional manager or engineer and may lead teams, processes, or projects within defined limits of authority. The Quality Inspector oversees operations, machinery, and activities to verify accuracy, completeness, condition, and overall quality, while also compiling and communicating data to support continuous improvement.
Responsibilities

• Oversee operations, machinery, and production activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, condition, and quality of parts and equipment.
• Determine the manner and sequence of operations, set-ups, processing, and scheduling within defined limits of authority.
• Provide direction to associates on inspection processes, quality procedures, and proper use of measuring instruments.
• Direct the processing of parts and equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Perform inspections using calipers and other precision measuring instruments to verify that parts meet drawing and specification requirements.
• Use shop mathematics to interpret and apply information from complicated drawings, specifications, charts, and tables.
• Conduct quality checks and quality assurance activities throughout the production process.
• Utilize inspection tools and laboratory resources, as applicable, to validate product quality.
• Troubleshoot quality issues and support automation or inspection-related problem resolution.
• Compile and prepare records, inspection reports, and quality documentation in a clear and organized manner.
• Create charts and communicate inspection results and quality data to relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare composite reports by consolidating individual reports from team members or subordinates.
• Study and standardize procedures to improve efficiency and consistency in inspection and quality control processes.
• Address errors and complaints related to quality, and suggest and implement corrective procedures.
• Use computer systems, including Excel, to record, analyze, and report quality data.
• Collaborate with functional managers, engineers, and team members to support continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Over 1 year and up to 3 years of experience in a related trade, quality inspection, or applied technical role.
• Equivalent to 1 to 3 years of applied trades training in a specialized occupation.
• Ability to read and interpret complicated drawings, specifications, charts, and tables.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, including calipers and other inspection tools.
• Strong shop mathematics skills to perform measurements, calculations, and data interpretation.
• Hands-on experience in quality inspection, quality control, and quality assurance activities.
• Ability to troubleshoot quality issues in production or automated processes.
• Computer skills, including the use of Excel for data entry, charting, and reporting.
• Ability to compile, prepare, and present records, charts, and reports clearly and accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory or test environment related to quality control is beneficial.
• Background in automation or automated inspection processes is an advantage.
• Experience standardizing procedures and contributing to process efficiency improvements.
• Ability to lead small teams, processes, or projects under the direction of a functional manager or engineer.
• Strong communication skills to effectively share results, data, and corrective actions with team members.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to suggest and implement corrective procedures.

Why Work Here?
You will work in a clean, semi-climate-controlled environment with supportive and friendly trainers who help you build your skills and confidence. The culture emphasizes collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to grow your technical expertise while contributing to a high-quality operation.
Work Environment
The role is based in a semi-climate-controlled, clean production and inspection environment. You will work with precision measuring instruments, inspection tools, and computer systems, including Excel, to perform and document quality checks. Typical schedules include a first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and a second shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The facility supports laboratory and inspection activities and promotes a professional, safety-conscious setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hanover, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.50/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 Hanover,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.