Quality Assurance

Aerotek; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek in Memphis, TN is hiring a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure fabricated stair systems, handrails, and custom metal assemblies meet the highest standards of fit, finish, and workmanship. You will read blueprints, inspect components, verify dimensions and weld quality, and collaborate with welders and fabricators to maintain quality throughout production. This first shift role is contract-to-hire and onsite in Memphis.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in metal fabrication, welding, or quality inspection.
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with handrails, stair systems, or custom metal fabrication.
• Knowledge of MIG, Flux-Core, and/or TIG welding processes.
• Strong attention to detail and finish quality.
• Experience using precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fabricated metal components throughout production.
• Read blueprints, shop drawings, and weld symbols.
• Verify dimensions, fit-up, alignment, and weld quality.
• Identify defects and ensure products meet specifications.
• Use tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges for inspections.
• Partner with welders and fabricators to maintain quality standards.
• Document inspection results and support quality audits.

Job description

Aerotek is hiring Quality Assurance Inspector Metal Fabrication

? Do you take pride in quality craftsmanship and precision metalwork? We're looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure fabricated stair systems, handrails, and custom metal assemblies meet the highest standards of fit, finish, and workmanship.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect fabricated metal components throughout production

• Read blueprints, shop drawings, and weld symbols

• Verify dimensions, fit‑up, alignment, and weld quality

• Identify defects and ensure products meet specifications

• Use tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges for inspections

• Partner with welders and fabricators to maintain quality standards

• Document inspection results and support quality audits

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in metal fabrication, welding, or quality inspection

• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings

• Experience with handrails, stair systems, or custom metal fabrication

• Knowledge of MIG, Flux‑Core, and/or TIG welding processes

• Strong attention to detail and eye for finish quality

• Experience using precision measuring tools

Why Join Us?

Work on custom, high‑visibility metal projects

Be part of a team that values craftsmanship and quality

Collaborate with skilled welders and fabricators

First‑shift schedule: 7:00 AM 3:30 PM

Work Environment

This role is based in a busy metal fabrication shop where conditions can be loud and dusty. PPE is required, including steel‑toe boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

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.