Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Control Inspector plays a key role in supporting the quality department by performing incoming, in-process, and finished product inspections, including product validation testing. This position focuses on verifying labels, conducting quality checks on packages, and accurately documenting and entering inspection data into the system while working with minimal supervision in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the inspection of product returns to determine compliance with specifications and identify defects or non-conformances.
• Perform and document product testing according to established test protocols, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all records.
• Generate non-conformance reports (NCRs) for non-conforming materials and assemblies, clearly describing issues and supporting corrective actions.
• Conduct and document incoming inspections according to drawing specifications and inspection criteria, using appropriate tools and methods.
• Perform label and Instructions for Use (IFU) inspections as required, following defined inspection procedures to ensure regulatory and quality compliance.
• Review manufacturing-related paperwork in Device History Records for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation of production and inspection activities.
• Utilize visual inspection systems and other inspection tools such as tensile strength machines, calipers, micrometers, pin gages, and microscopes in accordance with inspection requirements.
• Coordinate with production personnel to perform in-process and finished product inspections in a cleanroom environment while aligning with production schedules.
• Work hands-on with raw materials and small parts, including catheters and other components, to verify dimensions, quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Verify labels and perform quality control checks on packages, ensuring correct identification, traceability, and compliance with procedures.
• Accurately enter inspection data and results into computer systems and quality records, maintaining strong documentation practices.
• Support first article inspections as needed, ensuring that new or revised products meet all drawing and specification requirements.
• Maintain a detail-oriented approach to all inspection activities, promptly reporting issues and collaborating with quality and production teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1 to 2 years of receiving inspection experience in a regulated industry such as medical devices or aerospace.
• Hands-on experience with measuring tools including calipers and micrometers, with the ability to take accurate measurements of small parts and raw materials.
• Experience using visual inspection systems, with strong capability to identify defects and non-conformances through visual and dimensional inspection.
• Proven quality control and quality inspection experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work with Returned Material Authorizations (RMAs) and product returns, including inspection and documentation of findings.
• Blueprint and drawing reading skills, with the ability to interpret specifications and apply them during inspection activities.
• Strong documentation skills, including accurate completion of inspection records, test reports, NCRs, and Device History Record reviews.
• Computer proficiency for entering data into quality and manufacturing systems and maintaining electronic records.
• Ability to work with small parts and raw materials, including catheters and similar components, with good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Medical device quality assurance or inspection experience, or equivalent experience in other regulated industries such as aerospace.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with first article inspections, including verification of new or revised products against drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with microscopes and other precision inspection tools for detailed examination of small components.
• Knowledge of visual inspection systems and tensile strength testing equipment used in manufacturing quality control.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with production personnel and quality team members to meet inspection and production schedules.
• Comfort working in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment following defined processes and protocols.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing preferred, though experience in other regulated industries with small parts inspection is also valuable.

Why Work Here?

• Join a growing company that offers a supportive work environment and a strong, collaborative culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.
• You will contribute to products and devices that help remove blood clots and improve patient outcomes, giving your work a meaningful impact.
• The organization values teamwork, professionalism, and the opportunity to develop your skills in a regulated, technology-driven manufacturing setting.

Work Environment

• This role is based in a manufacturing setting, working 100% of the time in the receiving room as part of a team of approximately eight colleagues.
• The position is on 2nd shift, with a start time of either 3:30 p.m. or 3:45 p.m., for an 8-hour shift plus any required additional hours.
• The work involves a cleanroom or controlled environment where you will handle small parts and raw materials, including catheters, and use a range of inspection technologies such as visual inspection systems, microscopes, calipers, micrometers, pin gages, and tensile strength machines.
• The environment emphasizes safety, precision, and adherence to regulated manufacturing and quality procedures.

To discuss your fit for the role and the next steps in our hiring process, I'd like to invite you to schedule a virtual interview with me this week. You have the flexibility to choose a time slot that works best for you within my available hours. To schedule our interview, please fill out the information within this email and select a time that suits your schedule. Please note this meeting is on Microsoft Teams so download the application prior to the meeting or you can join on the web with meeting ID.

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This is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA.

The pay range for this position is $24.70 - $24.70/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 position based out of Irvine, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

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):
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