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 ensuring that products such as precision-engineered foam inserts, heavy-duty wood crates, export-compliant pallets, custom corrugated packaging, and specialized cold-chain shipping solutions meet customer specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect corrugated boxes, wood crates, pallets, skids, foam inserts, and other packaging products for cosmetic appearance and dimensional accuracy.

• Perform in-process quality checks, first-piece inspections, and final inspections while documenting findings within the company's quality system.

• Utilize tape measures, barcode scanners, blueprints, work instructions, and production documentation to verify product specifications.

• Work closely with machine operators and production personnel to provide feedback on quality concerns and maintain high standards across manufacturing processes.

Essential Skills

• Experience with quality inspection in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

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

• Proficient in using measuring tools such as tape measures and inspection equipment.

• Comfortable utilizing scanners and computer-based documentation systems.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Effective communication skills with the ability to provide constructive feedback.

• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team-oriented culture.

• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and responsibility.

• Continuous improvement mindset; experience with improvement principles is a plus.

• Self-motivated individual who takes pride in maintaining quality standards.

Why Work Here?

Join a team-oriented environment focused on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. Experience hands-on training across multiple departments to gain a solid understanding of our diverse product range and manufacturing processes. Enjoy a work culture that values teamwork, quality, and continuous learning.

Work Environment

The facility operates on a 1st Shift from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM and a 2nd Shift from 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM, Monday through Friday, with potential overtime including Saturdays. Work is conducted in a non-climate-controlled production facility where required PPE includes steel-toe boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection. Employees will spend most of the shift on their feet, interacting with multiple departments. New hires receive comprehensive training to understand products, equipment, and quality standards.

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.

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.