Quality Inspector

Aerotek; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Quality Inspector for a contract-to-hire role in Seaford, DE. The job involves inspecting small electrical components, using microscopes and precision tools to verify dimensional accuracy and compliance with blueprints.

First shift, daytime hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekly pay and on-site work. Strong attention to detail and experience with measuring devices are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient with microscopes for inspection.
• Skilled with gauges, calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfort with small parts and repetitive work.
• Meet quality and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming products and perform final inspections.
• Use microscopes to verify specifications.
• Wrap wire around electrodes and ensure proper wiring.
• Document inspection results.
• Use measuring equipment to verify dimensions.
• Read blueprints to ensure compliance.
• Assist with inspections throughout production.
• Apply basic math to verify tolerances.
• Maintain focus on small parts during repetitive tasks.
• Meet quality and production standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Inspect to spec

Microscope inspection

Read blueprints

Attention to detail

Small parts handling

Repetitive tasks

Tools

Gage pins

Calipers

Digital micrometers

Microscopes

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Payrate: $19 an hour//Paid Weekly!

First Shift!

Job Description

The Quality Inspector analyzes small electrical components at multiple stages of the production process to ensure they meet precise specifications before sealing and shipment. This role involves inspecting incoming products and performing final inspections using microscopes, micrometers, and other measuring tools, while closely following blueprints. The position focuses heavily on wiring and racking customer parts, wrapping wire around electrodes, and verifying accuracy through careful measurement and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming products and perform final inspections before parts are sent out for sealing.
• Use microscopes to analyze small electrical parts and verify they meet required specifications.
• Wrap wire around electrodes and ensure proper wiring and racking of customer parts.
• Perform inspections according to required specifications and document results accurately.
• Utilize equipment such as gage pins, microscopes, calipers, digital micrometers, and multiple types of measuring equipment to verify dimensions and quality.
• Read and follow blueprints to ensure parts are assembled and inspected according to design requirements.
• Assist with the inspection of parts throughout the production process to maintain consistent quality standards.
• Apply basic math skills, including addition and subtraction with decimals and converting decimals to fractions, to perform measurements and verify tolerances.
• Work patiently with very small part items and maintain focus during repetitive tasks.
• Meet established quality and production standards while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Essential Skills

• Experience working within a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to perform inspections according to required specifications.
• Proficiency using microscopes for detailed visual inspection of small parts.
• Ability to utilize gage pins, calipers, digital micrometers, and multiple types of measuring equipment.
• Basic math skills, including addition and subtraction with decimals and converting decimals to fractions.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfort working with small part items and performing repetitive tasks.
• Patience and focus when handling detailed, fine work.
• Capability to meet quality and production standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with wire technician work, including wiring and racking customer parts.
• Experience in quality inspection, visual inspection, production, manufacturing, or assembly environments.
• Demonstrated measuring skills and comfort using precision tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• History of roles that required adherence to quality or production standards.
• Proven ability to maintain high levels of attention to detail in prior positions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a highly supportive, family-oriented organization with long-tenured leadership that genuinely values its employees. The team prioritizes helping individuals succeed and offers understanding and flexibility around time off when used responsibly. Many employees transition to full-time roles, reflecting strong stability and long-term opportunities. The work environment consistently receives positive feedback, with no reported concerns about the workplace or leadership. Employees enjoy holiday bonuses, frequent office gatherings, and a tight-knit culture that shows appreciation and recognition for their contributions.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment focused on small electrical components and precision inspection work. You will work primarily with microscopes, gage pins, calipers, digital micrometers, and other measuring tools while following blueprints at a production workstation. The position runs on a daytime schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing consistent hours and a predictable routine. The environment is detail-oriented and quality-focused, with repetitive tasks that require concentration and care when handling small parts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seaford, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seaford, DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seaford,DE.

About Aerotek

We provide 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.

We offer 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.