Quality Inspection Operator

Aerotek; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Quality Associate III in San Diego, CA (Otay Mesa) for 1st shift, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. You will perform visual, mechanical, and dimensional inspections and operate CMM or Visual Measurement Systems.

You will generate FAI/FAIR packages and submit results through customer portals. Role requires AS9102 knowledge, GD&T experience, and the ability to evaluate non-conforming material while supporting disposition and certification activities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CMM or Visual Measurement System programming experience.
• CMM operation and dimensional measurement.
• Product conformance verification.
• First Article Inspection (FAI / FAIR) packages.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections.
• Operate and program CMM or Visual Measurement Systems.
• Generate and review First Article Inspection / FAIR packages.
• Submit inspection results and quality documentation through customer portals.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Identify and evaluate non-conforming material.
• Create NCMRs and support material disposition.
• Perform customer contract reviews.
• Create certification packages.
• Act as customer release agent / DQR when required.
• Analyze quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with ISO, AS, Nadcap, and quality requirements.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

CMM programming

CMM operation

Dimensional inspection

FAI/FAIR packages

AS9102 knowledge

GD&T reading

Non-conforming material evaluation

Education

AS13001 certification

AS9102 certification

Tools

CMM

Visual Measurement Systems

Gauges

Measurement equipment

Job description

Quality Associate III

1st shift 7am-3:30pm

$23-$35/hr based on experience

Otay Mesa

Job Description

As a Quality Associate III, you will perform visual, mechanical, and dimensional inspections in a manufacturing environment. Your role will involve operating and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) or Visual Measurement Systems. You will be responsible for generating First Article Inspection (FAI/FAIR) packages and inspection documentation, reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and dimensional requirements, identifying non-conforming material, creating Non-Conformance Material Reports (NCMRs), and supporting material disposition. Additionally, you will complete customer quality documentation, certification packages, conduct contract reviews, and participate in product release activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections.
• Operate and program CMM or Visual Measurement Systems.
• Generate and review First Article Inspection / FAIR packages.
• Submit inspection results and quality documentation through customer portals.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Identify and evaluate non-conforming material.
• Create NCMRs and support material disposition.
• Perform customer contract reviews.
• Create certification packages.
• Act as customer release agent / DQR when required.
• Analyze quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with ISO, AS, Nadcap, and quality requirements.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement activities.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years CMM or Visual Measurement System programming experience.
• CMM operation and dimensional measurement.
• Product conformance verification.
• First Article Inspection (FAI / FAIR packages).
• AS9102 knowledge.
• Mechanical and dimensional inspection skills.
• GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Non-conforming material evaluation and corrective action.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years quality control experience with visual and mechanical inspections.
• AS13001 and AS9102 certification.
• GD&T and DQR certification preferred.
• Experience with inspection tools, gauges, and measurement equipment.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and dimensional requirements.
• Knowledge of basic algebra and geometry.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values safety and cleanliness, providing a large open manufacturing setting equipped with machine shops, molding, bonding presses, and warehouse areas. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for continuous improvement, lean manufacturing practices, and career development.

Work Environment

Work Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with potential for overtime. The facility is a large open manufacturing setting, consisting of a machine shop, molding, bonding, and warehouse areas. The environment is safe and clean, fostering collaboration among teams with varying shift sizes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA 92154.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $35.00/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 job classification 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 San Diego, CA 92154.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA 92154.

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.