1st, 2nd, &3rd Shift Quality Inspector

Aerotek; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek in Mundelein, IL seeks a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet quality standards through in-process, incoming, and final inspections on the production floor. The role emphasizes visual and dimensional inspection, accurate documentation of results, and timely tagging of non-conforming products.

The position collaborates with production and quality teams, uses hand-held gauges to measure dimensions, and generates reports while maintaining detailed records to support continuous quality

Qualifications

• Performs visual and dimensional inspections on parts/materials on the production floor.
• Files and documents inspection results accurately and submits reports to stakeholders.
• Tag non-conforming products with Red Tags/Red HC tags as required.

Responsibilities

• Roam the production floor to perform in-process inspections and verify that products meet established quality standards.
• Conduct visual checks during roaming inspections to identify defects or irregularities.
• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections and audits on parts/materials.
• Carry out visual and simple dimensional inspections on raw materials, plated, anodized, heat-treated, and painted parts.
• Use hand-held gauges (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges) to measure dimensions.
• Generate inspection reports and distribute to stakeholders; file as required.
• Document non-conforming products and attach Red Tags/Red HC tags to segregate them.
• Maintain documentation per customer/internal requirements, including certificates.
• Record data and communicate findings using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Support quality assurance/control and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to address issues and implement corrective actions.
• Learn proper techniques for inspection tools to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Visual inspection

Dimensional inspection

Documentation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Pin gauges

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector ensures that products meet internal and customer quality standards by performing in-process, incoming, and final inspections on the production floor. This role focuses on visual and dimensional inspection of a variety of parts and materials, accurate documentation of inspection results, and timely identification and tagging of non-conforming products. The Quality Inspector supports continuous quality improvement by maintaining detailed records, using inspection tools effectively, and collaborating closely with production and quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Roam the production floor to perform in-process inspections and verify that products meet established quality standards.
• Conduct visual checks of products during roaming inspections to identify defects or irregularities.
• Perform incoming inspections, in-process inspections, and final audits on parts and materials.
• Carry out visual and simple dimensional inspections on raw materials, plated, anodized, heat-treated, and painted parts.
• Use hand-held gauges, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and pin gauges, to measure and verify product dimensions.
• Generate accurate inspection reports, distribute them to relevant stakeholders, and file them as required.
• Document non-conforming products when detected and properly attach Red Tags and Red HC tags to identify and segregate them.
• Complete and maintain all documentation in accordance with customer and internal requirements, including filing material and product certificates.
• Utilize computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to record data, prepare reports, and communicate findings.
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities by following established procedures and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with production and quality personnel to address quality issues and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Learn and apply proper techniques for using inspection tools and gauges to ensure accurate and consistent measurements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mundelein, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Mundelein,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.