Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector Job Description The Quality Inspector is responsible for verifying the quality and dimensional accuracy of metal products prior to shipment. This role involves conducting physical inspections using precision measuring equipment, documenting inspection results, identifying non-conforming materials, and ensuring customer specifications are met. The inspector works closely with production and quality personnel to support the delivery of high-quality products to industrial, aerospace, and defense customers. Responsibilities Conduct physical inspections of metal products using precision measuring equipment. Document inspection results and identify non-conforming materials. Ensure customer specifications are met. Collaborate with production and quality personnel to maintain high-quality standards. Escalate discrepancies appropriately and ensure quality issues are addressed. Essential Skills Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, feeler gauges, and pin gauges. Ability to read and complete work orders, travelers, and production documentation accurately. Experience performing dimensional inspections on metal or manufactured products. Basic computer skills for entering inspection data and tracking production information. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Ability to work safely in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. 2+ years of quality inspection experience. Aerospace, defense, metals, machining, or manufacturing experience. Military experience, especially in technical or avionics roles. Forklift certification or prior forklift experience. Experience working with quality management systems and inspection processes. Familiarity with overhead cranes and material handling equipment. Why Work Here? Join a leading metals distributor serving aerospace and defense customers with a stable first-shift schedule and limited overtime requirements. Enjoy a hands-on quality role with responsibility and visibility, immediate interview process, and quick hiring timeline. Benefit from extensive safety and orientation training while gaining experience with precision measuring instruments and critical customer specifications. Explore advancement opportunities within a large national organization. Work Environment The position is set in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to moving equipment and machinery. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and physical inspection activities throughout the day. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe or metatarsal boots, and long pants are required. Noise levels may be high at times, and collaboration with Quality Analysts, production teams, and warehouse personnel is essential. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional overtime. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Garland, TX. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Garland, TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek