Job Title: 1st Shift Quality Inspector
Pay: $23/hr
Monday to Thursday 6am to 4:30pm
Job Description
The 1st Shift Quality Inspector ensures that manufactured products consistently meet established quality standards and customer requirements. This role conducts detailed inspections and audits, analyzes data to identify trends, and collaborates closely with engineering, development, and operations teams to maintain robust quality processes throughout the product lifecycle. The position also manages Material Review Board (MRB) activities, reviews equipment calibration and maintenance records, and communicates quality findings clearly to stakeholders across the organization.
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough audits and inspections of products and processes to identify, document, and address quality issues.
Perform detailed quality checks on finished products using appropriate inspection methods and precision measuring tools.
Manage Material Review Board (MRB) meetings, including reviewing nonconforming materials, determining disposition, and ensuring timely follow-up actions.
Review equipment calibration, validation, and maintenance records to confirm they are completed correctly and on schedule.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, development, and operations, to ensure quality is integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
Communicate quality issues, nonconformities, and inspection findings clearly and promptly to production personnel, quality management, and other stakeholders.
Participate in meetings and presentations to share quality-related information, updates, and improvement initiatives.
Apply quality assurance and quality control tools and techniques to maintain and improve processes and product quality.
Analyze inspection and production data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for quality improvement.
Maintain clear, accurate, and organized records of inspection results, audits, and quality documentation.
Interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications to verify that products meet required standards.
Support proactive quality assurance practices aimed at preventing defects by monitoring and influencing the overall production process.
Ensure adherence to applicable industry quality standards and regulations during inspection and quality control activities.
Essential Skills
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of quality inspection within manufacturing processes.
Extensive experience in quality control, including identifying and correcting defects in finished products through inspections and testing.
Strong experience in quality assurance, focusing on proactive processes that prevent defects across the production lifecycle.
Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Excellent visual acuity and the ability to detect minor defects and deviations from specifications.
Familiarity with industry quality standards and regulations relevant to manufacturing.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
Ability to interpret data and identify trends to support quality improvement initiatives.
Clear and accurate record-keeping skills for documenting inspection results and quality findings.
Effective communication skills for interacting with production personnel, quality management, and other stakeholders.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills to influence and support quality-focused behaviors on the shop floor.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with quality assurance and quality control tools and techniques.
Experience in production and quality check activities within a manufacturing setting.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, development, and operations.
Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, an employee assistance program, and paid time off. The organization operates a modern, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility equipped with industry 4.0 technology and supports a green industry transformation. Team members work in a fast-growing, dynamic environment where entrepreneurial spirit is recognized and internal promotion is actively encouraged, offering strong opportunities for career advancement. The culture emphasizes inclusivity and diversity, fosters a dynamic and open-minded team atmosphere, and provides practical perks such as electric vehicle charging stations on-site.
Work Environment
This position is on the 2nd shift, working Monday through Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. with a 10% shift differential. Initial training takes place on the first shift. There is currently mandatory overtime on Fridays to meet production deadlines. Work is performed in an air-conditioned manufacturing facility that incorporates modern, industry 4.0 technologies. The role requires the ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb portable ladders. Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are necessary to handle tools, components, and measuring equipment effectively. Use of personal protective equipment is required in accordance with safety and quality procedures.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.
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 & 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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.
