Job Title: Quality Control InspectorJob DescriptionThis role oversees the inspection and testing of raw materials, inprocess components, outside processing, purchased parts, and finished products in a metal machining and manufacturing environment. The Quality Control Inspector applies established procedures, uses precision measurement tools, and follows detailed work instructions to ensure all products meet customer requirements, internal specifications, and applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
- Perform inspections and testing of raw materials, purchased components, outside processing, inprocess production, and finished goods in accordance with established procedures and quality plans.
- Support the development and implementation of quality standards, inspection methods, and testing procedures to ensure compliance with customer requirements, internal specifications, and applicable regulations.
- Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and other departmental inspection and testing equipment to verify product dimensions and characteristics.
- Enforce departmental procedures for the care, control, and monitoring of inspection equipment, including checkin and checkout processes, and maintain all required records.
- Perform calibration of employee gaging in accordance with current NIST standards and document calibration results accurately.
- Read and interpret prints, routings, drawings, work orders, and related documentation while following established work instructions and quality discipline.
- Conduct certification of company and employee gages against externally certified gages per established procedures, maintaining accurate and complete documentation.
- Create Material Rejection Reports in accordance with departmental procedures and clearly communicate rejection reasons to operators, team leads, and relevant stakeholders.
- Inspect and test materials and products according to work orders, drawings, specifications, and quality plans, documenting inspection results and providing timely feedback to operators.
- Assist in training new employees on inspection techniques, sampling methods, and process control procedures to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards.
- Support investigation of product defects and customer complaints under the guidance of the Quality Manager, contributing inspection data and observations to root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of 23 years of experience as a Quality Control Inspector in a metal machining or manufacturing environment.
- Handson experience performing inspections and testing on raw materials, inprocess components, and finished products.
- Proficiency using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and other inspection and testing equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret prints, routings, work orders, drawings, and related technical documentation.
- Knowledge of quality standards, inspection methods, and testing procedures within a manufacturing setting.
- Experience documenting inspection results, completing rejection reports, and maintaining accurate quality records.
- Familiarity with calibration practices and the use of NIST standards for gage and equipment calibration.
- Ability to follow established work instructions, quality discipline, and departmental procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurement, documentation, and communication.
- Capability to work effectively in a fastpaced, teamoriented manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience using a Keyence Vision System.
- Familiarity with microhardness testing methods, including Vickers and Rockwell C scale.
- Experience with metrology practices and calibration of measuring equipment.
- Experience assisting with training of new employees on inspection techniques, sampling methods, and process control procedures.
- Strong communication skills to clearly explain inspection findings and rejection reasons to operators and team leads.
- Ability to support investigations of product defects and customer complaints under the direction of quality leadership.
Why Work Here?This organization offers the stability of a longstanding industry leader combined with a peoplecentered culture that values every employee. Team members benefit from a collaborative, supportive environment with ongoing training, skill development, and clear opportunities for advancement from within. Work here provides the chance to contribute to products and operations that make a meaningful impact for customers around the world, while building a longterm, rewarding career in quality and manufacturing. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a machine shop environment within a metal machining and manufacturing facility. You will work around production equipment and precision measuring instruments, performing inspections on the shop floor and in designated quality areas. The setting is fastpaced and teamoriented, with regular interaction between quality, production, and other operational teams. Standard machine shop safety practices apply, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adherence to established safety procedures. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 & 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 & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.
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.