Quality Inspector - Poway - $24/hr

Aerotek; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Breakroom with coffee and snacks

Onsite workplace

Job summary

A quality inspector position in Poway, CA with Aerotek is a first-shift contract-to-hire opportunity. The role focuses on visual inspections of circuit boards across multiple production lines, with duties guided by tablet instructions and no traditional inspection tools.

Ideal candidates have 6–12 months in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and basic wiring/assembly knowledge. Onsite, affordable benefits are typical for temporary roles.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience of 6–12 months.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions.
• High attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections on circuit boards at different production stages.
• Respond to mid-line inspection calls and follow tablet instructions.
• Visually or manually check connectors, wiring, and components.
• Maintain consistent quality without traditional inspection tools.
• Keep a positive attitude, attendance, and reliability.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading English instructions

Attention to detail

Wiring & assembly basics

Job description

Quality Inspector in Poway!

1st Shift - $24/hr!

Job Description

The quality inspector will perform in-process and final inspections at any of the 10 stations on the production line, focusing mainly on circuit boards. The role involves visual inspections and checks by hand, without the use of traditional inspection tools or measurements. The inspector will receive instructions via a tablet and will not need to read schematics or blueprints. This position requires standing and moving between different production lines throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections on circuit boards at various stages of the production line.
• Respond to mid-line inspection calls and follow tablet instructions for quality checks.
• Check connectors, wiring, and other components visually or manually.
• Ensure consistent quality without the use of traditional inspection tools.
• Maintain a good attitude, effort, and attendance.

Essential Skills

• Manufacturing experience of at least 6 months to 1 year.
• Ability to read and understand instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge in wiring and assembling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in quality control and assurance.
• Understanding of quality inspection processes.
• Familiarity with visual inspection techniques.

Why Work Here?

This company offers robust power conversion systems for utility-scale, commercial, and industrial applications. Employees benefit from a clean and organized work environment, a breakroom stocked with free coffee and snacks, and detailed training processes. While not guaranteed, there is the potential for contract-to-hire opportunities based on performance.

Work Environment

The work is conducted in a manufacturing setting in Poway, with a team of over 100 employees. The position is on a contract-to-hire basis with a first shift starting at 4am.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in POWAY,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

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.

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.