QA Auditor

Aerotek; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Pasadena, TX is seeking a QA Auditor to ensure that quality standards are consistently met on the manufacturing floor for custom-engineered electrical equipment serving energy, industrial, and critical infrastructure sectors.

You will focus on document control, internal audits of work procedures, and coordination with the quality control team to compare QA/QC findings and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on quality assurance in fabrication/manufacturing.
• Experience in QC inspection of metal and mechanical components.
• Auditing work procedures with ISO 9001 familiarity.
• Documentation and technical report writing for inspections.
• Reading mechanical drawings and blueprints accurately.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Verify quality standards are maintained on the shop floor.
• Perform internal audits of processes, documentation, and production activities to identify gaps and non-conformances.
• Coordinate with QC to compare QA/QC notes and review inspection results for compliance.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints for inspection criteria.
• Conduct visual inspections and dimensional checks using micrometers, calipers, gauges.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and NCRs.
• Lead/root-cause investigations for quality issues and corrective actions.
• Support electrical inspection and testing activities on the fabrication floor.
• Maintain robust document control for records and reports.
• Communicate quality requirements and results to English- and Spanish-speaking workers.
• Collaborate with production, welding, machining, electrical assembly, and powder coating teams.
• Assist with other inspection-related tasks as needed.
• Participate in audits related to ISO 9001 and implement findings.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying quality risks and driving improvements.
• Assist training for other inspectors on inspection practices and root-cause analysis.

Skills

Quality assurance

Auditing

Documentation

Reading blueprints

Measurement tools

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

ISO 9001 auditing

Job description

QA Auditor

Job Description

The QA Auditor plays a key role in ensuring that quality standards are consistently met on the manufacturing floor for custom-engineered electrical equipment serving the energy, industrial, and critical infrastructure sectors. This position focuses on document control, internal auditing of work procedures, and close coordination with the quality control team to compare QA/QC findings and drive continuous improvement. The role involves reading mechanical drawings and blueprints, performing detailed inspections using precision measuring tools, and preparing clear inspection and non-conformance reports while supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on the manufacturing floor to verify that established quality standards and procedures are consistently maintained throughout production.
• Perform internal audits of work processes, documentation, and production activities to identify gaps, non-conformances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate closely with the QC team to compare QA and QC notes, review inspection results, and audit production output for compliance with specifications.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints to understand product requirements and inspection criteria.
• Conduct visual inspections and dimensional checks using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools to confirm product conformity.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports that clearly document findings, measurements, and any deviations from requirements.
• Write non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure that all quality issues are accurately recorded and communicated.
• Lead or participate in root cause investigations to determine the underlying causes of quality issues and recommend effective corrective actions.
• Support electrical inspection and electrical testing activities as part of the overall quality control process in a fabrication setting.
• Maintain robust document control practices, ensuring that quality records, procedures, and reports are complete, accurate, and properly stored.
• Communicate effectively with both English- and Spanish-speaking employees to explain quality requirements, inspection results, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, welding, machining, electrical assembly, and powder coating teams to ensure quality standards are understood and followed.
• Perform general labor tasks as needed using hand tools and power tools to support inspection activities or verify quality during fabrication.
• Contribute to internal audits related to quality management systems, including standards such as ISO 9001, and help implement audit findings.
• Demonstrate high initiative by proactively identifying potential quality risks, raising concerns, and driving improvements across the shop.
• Support training and guidance for other inspectors, sharing best practices in inspection, documentation, and root cause analysis as needed.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on quality assurance experience, preferably in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in quality control inspection within a fabrication setting, including metal and mechanical components.
• Proven experience in auditing work procedures and processes, including internal audits aligned with recognized quality standards such as ISO 9001.
• Demonstrated proficiency in document control and technical report writing for inspection activities and quality records.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate inspection reports and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Experience conducting root cause investigations and recommending corrective actions for quality issues.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints with a high degree of accuracy.
• Hands-on experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges for dimensional inspection.
• Solid understanding of quality control principles, visual inspection techniques, and standard inspection practices.
• Experience with electrical inspection and electrical testing in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong skills in internal auditing and quality system compliance, including familiarity with ISO 9001 auditing concepts.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse workforce.
• High level of initiative and ownership in driving quality improvements and maintaining high standards.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production shop environment with multiple disciplines such as electrical assembly, welding, machining, and powder coating.

Why Work Here?

You will join a rapidly expanding organization experiencing explosive growth, offering significant opportunities to move into leadership roles quickly for high performers. The company places a strong emphasis on taking care of its employees, regularly providing catered meals and hosting community events on weekends to foster a supportive, family-oriented atmosphere. It embraces a second-chance philosophy and engages in ongoing community outreach, creating an inclusive environment where people are valued and given opportunities to grow. As the operation continues to expand, you will benefit from a dynamic workplace with room to develop your skills, advance your career, and be part of a team that genuinely invests in its people.

Work Environment

The role is based in a medium-sized shop environment in Houston, Texas, with operations expanding into a large 600,000 square-foot facility in Pasadena, Texas. The production shop is non-climate controlled, featuring open bay doors and numerous fans to maintain airflow, and operates at a fast pace with high activity levels. You will work alongside a sizeable inspection team, currently including 19 inspectors at various levels. The position follows a day shift schedule, typically Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m, with approximately 11 hours per day and 56 days per week. Standard attire includes steel-toe footwear, jeans, work shirt, and safety glasses, reflecting the hands-on, shop-floor nature of the work and the emphasis on safety in all areas of the facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 & 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)

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,TX.

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.