1st Shift - Quality Tech

Aerotek; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Stoughton, WI is seeking a 1st Shift Quality Technician to monitor and inspect trailers, parts, and sub-assemblies on the production floor to ensure conformance with drawings and specifications.

This Contract to Hire role runs 5:30 AM–4:00 PM, Monday–Thursday, with overtime on Fridays. You will use brake test machines, light testers, ABS testers, calipers, and micrometers, while lifting 50+ lbs and staying safety-focused in a large manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months to 1 year of quality inspection experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor manufacturing quality of trailers, parts and sub-assemblies according to QA standards, drawings and specs.
• Perform detailed inspections on assembly lines and sub-assembly areas as assigned.
• Verify items conform to drawing and specification requirements.
• Use inspection tools to assess product quality (brake test machines, light testers, ABS testers).
• Document inspection results with basic computer skills for QA records.
• Collaborate with production to address quality issues and maintain standards.
• Lift and move materials 50+ lbs regularly during inspections.
• Conduct visual inspections to identify defects and nonconformities.

Skills

Quality inspection

Visual inspection

Tape measures

Calipers & micrometers

Read/write English

Lift 50+ lbs

Tools

Brake test machines

Light testers

ABS testers

Calipers

Micrometers

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: 1st Shift Quality Technician

Job Description

The 1st Shift Quality Technician monitors and inspects the quality of trailers, parts, and sub-assemblies on the production floor to ensure they meet established quality assurance standards, engineering drawings, and specifications. This role performs inspections on trailer assembly lines and sub-assembly areas, verifies conformance to requirements, and operates a variety of inspection and test tools to support a high-quality manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the manufacturing quality of trailers, parts, and sub-assemblies in accordance with company quality assurance standards, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Perform detailed inspections on trailer assembly lines and in sub-assembly areas as assigned.
• Verify that inspected items and assemblies conform to drawing and specification requirements.
• Use inspection and test tools such as brake test machines, light testers, ABS testers, tape measures, and hand tools to assess product quality.
• Operate man lifts, bumper jacks, and other inspection equipment safely and effectively during inspections.
• Conduct visual inspections to identify defects or nonconformities in products and assemblies.
• Perform quality checks and final inspections before products move to the next stage of production or shipment.
• Document inspection results accurately using basic computer skills to support quality assurance records.
• Work collaboratively with production personnel to address quality issues and maintain consistent quality standards throughout the shift.
• Lift and move materials weighing 50+ lbs regularly throughout the shift while conducting inspections and quality checks.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 1 year of quality experience in inspection, quality assurance, or quality inspection roles.
• Hands-on experience performing visual inspection and quality checks in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret tape measures accurately.
• Proficiency using inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to operate brake test machines, light testers, ABS testers, and other inspection and test equipment.
• Basic computer skills to enter and track inspection data and quality records.
• Ability to read and write in English to follow work instructions and document inspection findings.
• Capability to lift 50+ lbs regularly throughout the shift and consistently remain in motion while performing job duties.
• Comfort working in a loud, high-activity production environment while following all safety requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with final inspection and quality checks in a production environment.
• Familiarity with quality assurance standards and working from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience using hand tools, man lifts, bumper jacks, and other production or inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects or nonconformances through visual inspection.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance to support production schedules and overtime needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation with a strong backlog of work, providing solid job security and consistent weekly pay. The facility supports major logistics customers, offering exposure to high-volume, impactful production work. Overtime opportunities are available, allowing you to increase your earnings while gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

This role operates on 1st shift, with hours from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, with overtime on Fridays for a full 8-hour day during normal periods. Work takes place in a very large manufacturing facility that is not climate controlled, which means it is cool in the winter and hot in the summer. The environment is loud, and ear plugs are required and provided. The dress code includes jeans, a work-appropriate T-shirt, and steel-toe shoes. A hard hat and ear plugs are provided. Steel-toe shoes are mandatory; individuals who arrive without them will be sent home on their first day and will not be able to start until the following week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stoughton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.25 - $22.25/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stoughton, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stoughton,WI.

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.