Quality Inspector

Aerotek; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Quality Inspector for a contract-to-hire role in Costa Mesa, CA. The position focuses on performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure products meet quality standards and engineering specifications.

You will audit kits, conduct AQL inspections, and document findings in the ERP system. The role is on first shift (6am to 2:30pm) with a pay rate of $26 per hour, onsite at Costa Mesa.

Qualifications

• Experience in inspection and quality control.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and visual inspection.
• Ability to use inspection tools like micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct audits of work order kits for accuracy and compliance with manufacturing procedures.
• Execute AQL inspections, identify defects and nonconformances, and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Document inspection findings, maintain detailed quality records, and input data into the ERP system.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.

Skills

Inspection experience

Blueprint reading

Visual inspection

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

As a Quality Inspector, you will perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure materials and products meet quality standards, engineering specifications, and customer requirements. You will conduct audits of work order kits, execute Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) inspections, and document inspection findings.

1st shift - 6am to 2:30pm

$26/hr

Costa Mesa

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct audits of work order kits for accuracy and compliance with manufacturing procedures.
• Execute AQL inspections, identify defects and nonconformances, and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Document inspection findings, maintain detailed quality records, and input data into the ERP system.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.

Essential Skills

• Experience in inspection and quality control.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and visual inspection.
• Ability to use inspection tools like micrometers and calipers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electronics inspection is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a team committed to ensuring top-notch product quality and continuous improvement. Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your contributions to quality assurance are valued and encouraged.

Work Environment

Work in a manufacturing setting utilizing cutting-edge tools and technology to ensure product quality. Collaborate with skilled teams in a structured and dynamic environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/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 be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 Costa Mesa, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.

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.