Quality Control Inspector

Job Title: Incoming Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

The Incoming Quality Control Inspector ensures that incoming mechanical and electrical components meet manufacturing and production standards through precise dimensional and visual inspections. This role supports overall quality compliance by performing inspections, documenting results, and assisting with corrective actions to maintain high-quality standards in a robotics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspection of incoming materials in accordance with manufacturing specifications using mechanical inspection methods, tools, and equipment.

• Conduct dimensional and visual inspections on both electrical and mechanical components to verify conformance to requirements.

• Use micrometers, calipers, and other precision measurement tools to validate component dimensions.

• Review engineering drawings and specifications and provide feedback or recommendations to improve manufacturability, cost efficiency, and safety.

• Record, track, and accurately report inspection results in the appropriate systems or documentation.

• Identify nonconforming materials and support the implementation of corrective actions based on inspection findings.

• Maintain inspection tools and equipment in proper working order, including ensuring calibration is current and documented.

• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities by providing inspection data and participating in the evaluation of nonconforming materials.

• Follow established quality control procedures and contribute to continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with quality control or quality inspection in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Proficiency in performing mechanical inspections using micrometers, calipers, and related precision measurement tools.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including dimensional requirements.

• Knowledge of quality management systems such as IPC-610, ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent.

• Understanding of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurement and documentation.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills to document findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to conduct thorough visual inspections of mechanical and electrical components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with quality assurance and quality control methodologies in a manufacturing setting.

• Experience working within a robotics, electronics, or precision mechanical manufacturing environment.

• Ability to identify opportunities to improve manufacturability, cost, and safety based on inspection feedback.

• Comfort working with inspection reporting tools or quality documentation systems.

• Capability to support and participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities.

Why Work Here?

Join an innovative organization at the forefront of robotics manufacturing, where you contribute directly to cutting-edge products and technologies. Enjoy the stability and growth potential of a long-term contract-to-hire opportunity, with time to develop your expertise and demonstrate your impact. Work in a culture that values precision, continuous improvement, and collaboration across engineering and production teams.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing and inspection environment focused on robotics and precision components. You will regularly work with mechanical and electrical parts, using inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and other measurement equipment, as well as reviewing technical drawings and specifications. The position typically involves standard manufacturing or production hours, with time spent both at inspection stations and in collaboration with engineering, quality, and production personnel. The environment emphasizes adherence to quality standards such as IPC-610, ISO 9001, and AS9100, with a strong focus on accuracy, documentation, and equipment calibration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Salem, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.