Quality Inspector

Aerotek; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

Profit-sharing bonus

Shoe allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Columbus, OH is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure plastic profile extrusions meet strict quality standards across industries.

The role requires hands-on inspection, measurement with micrometers/calipers, blueprint reading, and strong collaboration with Quality, Process, and Production teams. This is a fully onsite position with competitive benefits and a clear path for growth.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with quality inspection and quality control in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform precise measurements using micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or product drawings for inspection purposes.
• Proficiency in conducting visual inspections to identify defects and nonconformities.
• Experience with quality checks and quality assurance processes in a production setting.
• Capability to support and troubleshoot quality equipment and gauges such as Bytewise, Keyence, and length gauges.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with Quality, Process, Production, and Operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-extrusion audits to verify that products meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Disposition inspected material into finished goods inventory based on audit results and established criteria.
• Monitor critical profiles based on outflow risk using the QA Hotlist and escalate issues as needed.
• Track trends and recurring quality issues to support root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support and troubleshoot quality equipment and gauges, including Bytewise, Keyence systems, and length gauges, to ensure accurate measurements.
• Perform quality checks using micrometers, calipers, and other measurement tools to validate product dimensions and tolerances.
• Carry out visual inspections to identify defects, nonconformities, or cosmetic issues in extruded products.
• Communicate clearly with the Quality Department and Operations regarding jobs currently running, job priorities, and any quality concerns.
• Inform Process, Production, and Quality teams of compromised runs and assist in determining appropriate corrective actions.

Skills

Quality inspection

Micrometers & calipers

Blueprint reading

Visual inspection

QA processes

Equipment troubleshooting

Team communication

Tools

Bytewise

Keyence

Length gauges

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector - $20-28/hr

Job Description

Quality Inspectors play a key role in ensuring that custom plastic profile extrusions meet strict quality standards across multiple industries, including transportation, agriculture, energy, refrigeration, retail, commercial, and building.

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-extrusion audits to verify that products meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Disposition inspected material into finished goods inventory based on audit results and established criteria.
• Monitor critical profiles based on outflow risk using the QA Hotlist and **escalate** issues as needed.
• Track trends and recurring quality issues to support root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support and troubleshoot quality equipment and gauges, including Bytewise, Keyence systems, and length gauges, to ensure accurate measurements.
• Perform quality checks using micrometers, calipers, and other measurement tools to validate product dimensions and tolerances.
• Carry out visual inspections to identify defects, nonconformities, or cosmetic issues in extruded products.
• Communicate clearly with the Quality Department and Operations regarding jobs currently running, job priorities, and any quality concerns.
• Inform Process, Production, and Quality teams of compromised runs and assist in determining appropriate corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with quality inspection and quality control in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform precise measurements using micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or product drawings for inspection purposes.
• Proficiency in conducting visual inspections to identify defects and nonconformities.
• Experience with quality checks and quality assurance processes in a production setting.
• Capability to support and troubleshoot quality equipment and gauges such as Bytewise, Keyence, and length gauges.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with Quality, Process, Production, and Operations teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plastic extrusion or with extrusion machines.
• Experience in data entry.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-established manufacturer that has operated for decades and is planning significant growth in the coming years, offering strong long-term stability and advancement potential. Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan, supporting both health and financial well-being. Off-shift team members benefit from competitive shift differentials, including enhanced pay for evening and night schedules. The organization invests in new headcount and additional roles, providing opportunities to develop skills, take on more responsibility, and build a lasting career in a modern manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility focused on custom plastic profile extrusions, providing a moderately clean production environment. Team members work closely with quality and production personnel on the shop floor and use a variety of measurement and inspection tools, including micrometers, calipers, and other visual inspection tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $79040.00/yr.

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.

3 medical plans.Optional voluntary benefits Dental, Vision, Life, Accident insurance and more. The company pays for a portion of these benefits.401k Retirement Plan- Company matching.Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus.Casual Dress Code (Jeans, t-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts... ect)Paid Time Off- Prorated during employees first year of employment.Annual $100 shoe allowance for safety toed shoes.Matrix- Employee Assistance Program.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

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.