Quality Control Inspector

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector
Job Description
The Quality Control Inspector ensures that automotive manufacturing products meet established industry and production standards by performing detailed inspections, identifying defects, and accurately documenting all findings and quality results.
Responsibilities

• Perform thorough quality control inspections on automotive components and assemblies to identify flaws, defects, and nonconformities.
• Verify that production output meets established industry and internal quality standards and specifications.
• Use precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to check dimensions and tolerances of parts.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and technical drawings to confirm that products match required specifications.
• Complete quality control paperwork and documentation accurately and in a timely manner, maintaining clear records of inspections and test results.
• Support quality assurance activities by reporting issues, contributing to root-cause analysis, and following corrective action procedures.
• Collaborate with production and repair teams to communicate inspection findings and help resolve quality issues.
• Follow established inspection procedures and safety guidelines within the automotive manufacturing environment.
• Continuously monitor production processes to identify opportunities to improve quality and reduce defects.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in the automotive industry in any capacity.
• Hands-on experience with quality control inspection in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Proficiency using calipers and micrometers for precision measurement.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail when identifying defects and verifying product quality.
• Ability to complete quality control paperwork and documentation accurately.
• Understanding of quality assurance and quality inspection principles.
• Basic knowledge of automotive components and automotive repair concepts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or automotive repair environments.
• Familiarity with industry quality standards and production specifications.
• Strong communication skills to clearly report inspection results and collaborate with production teams.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple inspections and maintain detailed records.
• Problem-solving mindset to assist with identifying causes of defects and supporting corrective actions.

Why Work Here?
Join a long-term, stable opportunity in an essential business with clear potential for upward mobility. You will work in a secure industry environment where your contributions to product quality are valued and where you can grow your skills and advance your career over time.
Work Environment
This role is based in an automotive manufacturing environment, working around production equipment and automotive components. You will use precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers and regularly review blueprints and technical documentation while performing inspections on the shop floor.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SOUTH EL MONTE, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 SOUTH EL MONTE,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 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.