Quality Checker-1st Shift

Job Title: Quality Inspector I

Join a specialized aerospace surface finishing team as a Quality Inspector I, where you will perform visual and dimensional inspections to ensure parts, coatings, and finished products meet customer specifications and industry quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with at least one year of quality inspection experience in aerospace, manufacturing, metal finishing, or a similar production environment, who enjoys hands-on work and maintaining high levels of accuracy and compliance.

Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of aerospace components to verify conformance to customer and industry standards.

Conduct detailed visual inspections to assess coating quality, finish appearance, and overall workmanship of parts and assemblies.

Utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools to confirm dimensions and tolerances.

Verify coating thickness, dimensions, and other customer-specified requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, including Dry Film Thickness (DFT) gauges.

Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications to understand inspection criteria and requirements.

Complete inspection reports and maintain accurate, organized quality documentation and records in accordance with company procedures.

Identify and document nonconforming material, clearly record findings, and communicate issues to production and quality teams for resolution.

Support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives by providing detailed inspection feedback and participating in quality discussions.

Maintain compliance with company, customer, and aerospace quality standards, including adherence to established quality systems and processes.

Follow all safety procedures, use appropriate equipment, and maintain housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe work area.

Handle parts and materials safely, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods during inspection activities.

Assist with basic inventory control and data entry related to inspected parts, materials, and quality records as needed.

Minimum of 1 year of quality inspection experience in aerospace, manufacturing, metal finishing, or a related production industry.

Proficiency using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other standard inspection instruments.

Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to quality and precision in inspection work.

Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter and manage data for inspection reports and documentation.

Capability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and stand for extended periods throughout the shift in a production environment.

Experience performing visual inspections and quality checks on parts, coatings, and finished products.

Experience in inspection, quality control, or quality assurance within a manufacturing or aerospace setting.

Ability to use gauges, including DFT gauges, for measuring coating thickness and other critical parameters.

Reliable documentation skills for recording nonconformances, inspection results, and quality-related information.

Familiarity with coating inspections and Dry Film Thickness (DFT) measurements using specialized gauges.

Experience working to detailed customer specifications, quality standards, and industry requirements.

Knowledge of AS9100 or aerospace quality systems and procedures is preferred.

Exposure to inventory control processes and basic data entry related to production or quality records.

Strong communication skills for collaborating with production and quality teams on inspection findings and corrective actions.

The role offers the opportunity to develop your inspection skills with advanced tools and processes while contributing directly to the quality and reliability of critical aerospace components. You can expect a stable weekday schedule, clear procedures, and a culture that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and professional growth.

This role is based in a manufacturing facility in Seattle, WA, with work performed in both indoor and outdoor areas as needed. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, providing a consistent daytime shift. You will work around production equipment and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and DFT gauges in an aerospace surface finishing environment. The facility follows established safety and housekeeping standards, and you will spend much of your shift on your feet, handling parts and materials, and moving between inspection stations in a structured production setting.Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

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.

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

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)

Employee Assistance Program

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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.