Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector reports to the Quality Supervisor and is responsible for verifying incoming products against defined quality requirements. This role focuses on ensuring that manufactured goods meet specified standards by performing detailed inspections, tests, and documentation. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, and a solid understanding of mechanical principles to support accurate quality reporting and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of incoming manufactured goods by comparing part dimensions against engineering or customer drawings for accuracy.
• Perform quality tests using appropriate instruments and equipment to determine pass/fail results for products, and record findings in a clear and timely manner.
• Identify and reject defective parts, clearly mark them, and log the type and nature of defects for traceability and corrective action.
• Reconcile and complete final inspection documentation for outgoing shipments to confirm that products meet required specifications.
• Comply with ISO operating procedures and work instructions, following established quality control standards and processes.
• Process documentation associated with rework or non-conforming products, ensuring proper routing and tracking through the quality system.
• Validate and process all Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs), confirming product condition and compliance with return requirements.
• Use measuring tools such as calipers and other inspection equipment to perform accurate dimensional checks.
• Apply mechanical assembly and inspection knowledge to evaluate product performance and adherence to mechanical requirements.
• Maintain organized records of inspections, test results, and quality-related activities to support audits and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of related experience and/or training in quality control, inspection, or a similar field.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds as part of daily inspection and material handling activities.
• Ability to use basic hand tools in support of inspection and quality tasks.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) with hands-on experience using measuring equipment and instruments.
• Practical experience in quality control, quality assurance, production, mechanical assembly, and inspection.
• Proficiency in using calipers and other precision measuring tools to perform accurate inspections.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in the bearings or power transmission industry.
• General understanding of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications for documentation and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing inspection records and quality documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, production-driven environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes company-sponsored health insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, and paid time off. The culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a strong team-oriented environment, supported by ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development. The workplace offers complimentary beverages in the cantina, access to snacks for purchase, and fun employee games and challenges such as basketball and cornhole tournaments, with chances to earn gift cards and prizes. Quarterly performance reviews provide clear opportunities for raises, promotions, and career advancement based on performance. The organization is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants, making employment decisions without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new facility that is not climate controlled, with large ceiling fans circulating airflow throughout the workspace. The environment reflects a collaborative and production-focused setting where quality and efficiency are highly valued. Employees work around inspection equipment, measuring instruments, and typical manufacturing tools, and may operate forklifts where qualified. Dress code is appropriate for a manufacturing and inspection environment, supporting safety and comfort while performing physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, and pulling materials.

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

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,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.