Quality Inspector - Weekend Day Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX, Columbus Forge is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure aerospace components meet precise quality standards. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections, review drawings, and document findings on a Friday–Sunday 7:00 am–7:00 pm weekend shift, onsite at the Columbus facility.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED and attention to detail; preferred applicants have experience in manufacturing or quality environments and basic math skills. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing or quality-related environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to evaluate findings against requirements.
• Basic mathematical and measurement skills.
• Good organizational and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using procedures and drawings.
• Determine material conformity and refer for rework as needed.
• Use fixed and variable measuring instruments to verify dimensions.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and maintain inspection records.
• Complete required quality testing and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-10 Country: United States of America Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Job Summary:

Join Pratt & Whitney’s Columbus Forge team as a Quality Inspector, where you’ll help ensure critical aerospace components meet quality standards and specifications. In this role, you’ll perform dimensional and visual inspections, review technical drawings and procedures, and help identify and resolve quality issues. This is a Weekend Day Shift position: Friday – Sunday, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

What You Will Do:

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using applicable written procedures, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Determine whether materials meet quality requirements or need to be referred for rework or further quality review.
• Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments to verify product dimensions and conformance.
• Perform routine equipment checks and upkeep in accordance with established procedures and inspection checklists.
• Complete required quality testing to demonstrate proficiency in inspection processes and/or machine certification requirements.

What You Will Learn:

• How to interpret technical drawings, inspection procedures, and work instructions to inspect parts, tools, gauges, and other equipment.
• How to perform basic mathematical calculations to evaluate nonconformances and complete required quality documentation.
• How to perform in-process inspections and dimensional verifications to ensure products meet specifications and operations are completed according to established instructions.
• How to identify quality concerns and support compliance with applicable quality standards and requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in manufacturing or quality-related environment
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to evaluate findings against internal and external customer requirements.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.