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Quality Inspector

  • Rahway, NJ, United States

$24 to $28 USD / hour

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Pay
$24 to $28 USD / hour
Posting language
English
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Job Title: Quality InspectorJob DescriptionThe Quality Control Inspector checks the specifications of incoming and outgoing products by conducting tests, monitoring production processes and identifying malfunctions. They work in various manufacturing and production settings, suchas the quality control department, assembly lines and laboratories. Responsibilities

  • Reads blueprints and specifications.
  • Monitor operations to ensure that they meet production standards.
  • Recommend adjustments to the assembly or production process.
  • Impact, test, or measure materials or products being produced.
  • Measure products with rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
  • Operate electronic inspection equipment and software.
  • Approve or reject raw materials or finished products with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance.
  • Remove all products and materials that fail to meet specifications.
  • Report inspection and test data such as weights, temperatures, grades, moisture content, and quantities inspected.
  • Operate electronic inspection equipment such as coordinate-measuring machines (CMMs) and 3D scanners.
  • Prepare and submit reports to Quality Management.
  • Assists production personnel in promoting ideas for controlling wasted materials and time.

Essential Skills

  • Hands-on inspection experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably working with metal components such as stainless steel, brass, or nitinol.
  • Proficiency using precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, steel rulers, gauges, and similar instruments to measure diameter, length, and height.
  • Ability to operate visual measuring tools and electronic inspection equipment, including optical non-contact inspection systems and CMM-like equipment.
  • Strong blueprint and specification reading skills to interpret dimensional and quality requirements.
  • Experience performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections within a structured quality control environment.
  • Familiarity with quality systems and documentation, including entering data into computer-based quality systems and working within ISO-oriented processes.
  • Ability to use a microscope effectively for detailed visual inspection of small or precision parts.
  • Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness in inspection tasks, consistently monitoring own work to ensure quality.
  • Ability to accept and apply feedback to improve performance and promote continuous quality improvement.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience working with medical wire, tubing, or other precision metal products is beneficial.
  • Background using coordinate-measuring machines (CMMs), 3D scanners, or similar advanced inspection technologies.
  • Exposure to ISO-based quality management systems and quality system documentation practices.
  • Ability to identify and suggest improvements that reduce waste and enhance efficiency in production processes.
  • Comfort working with electronic inspection software and data entry tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to maintaining and improving quality standards.

Why Work Here?This organization offers a stable, growth-oriented environment where employees can build long-term careers as the company continues to expand. Team members benefit from a strong family-oriented culture that values collaboration, support, and mutual respect. The company provides meaningful opportunities for internal and external growth, including cross-training and skill development. Employees also enjoy a competitive retirement benefit with a 401(k) match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%, with vesting from day one, supporting long-term financial security.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a manufacturing facility that operates across multiple departments and runs on three shifts. The position works on third shift, Monday through Friday, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The environment involves working around production equipment and inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, steel rulers, optical non-contact visual inspection machines, microscopes, coordinate-measuring machines (CMMs), 3D scanners, and electronic inspection software. Team members frequently collaborate with other departments, and many employees receive cross-training to support flexibility and career development within the facility. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rahway, NJ. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Rahway, NJ. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Rahway,NJ.

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.

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Skills

  • Monitor operations in the leather industry
  • Assembly
  • Production processes
  • Measure materials
  • Inspection
  • CMMS
  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Design metal components
  • Quality control
  • Quality control systems
  • Documentation
  • Operate microscope
  • Data entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Collaboration

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