Job Title: Quality Control Technician / Quality InspectorJob DescriptionThe Quality Control Technician is responsible for reviewing, inspecting, dispositioning, approving, and releasing raw materials, labeling, and finished product lots within a cleanroom manufacturing environment. This role ensures that all materials and products meet established quality standards, documentation requirements, and regulatory expectations, while supporting the broader QA/QC team with additional quality-related tasks as needed.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and disposition incoming raw materials and labels in accordance with established quality standards and procedures.
- Review work order documentation thoroughly prior to product release to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Prepare non-conformity documentation for material disposition when quality issues or deviations are identified.
- Prepare release documentation and appropriate traceability labeling for incoming materials and finished product lots.
- Provide quality control approvals of selected processes performed in the cleanroom manufacturing environment.
- Coordinate HPLC testing activities with the Quality Assurance Chemistry team to support material and product verification.
- Proactively review quality-related procedures, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality instructions (QIs), report of irregularities (RIRs), and component specifications, and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Communicate quality issues, discrepancies, and proposed solutions to quality leads or management in a clear and timely manner.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional partners to maintain consistent quality standards and support production needs.
- Perform other quality-related duties as assigned by QA/QC management to support departmental and organizational objectives.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent education, required.
- Preferably 2 years of inspection experience in a medical device environment.
- Hands-on experience with inspection and quality control of raw materials, labels, and finished products.
- Ability to work in a cleanroom manufacturing environment while following strict cleanliness and contamination control procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and focus, with the ability to identify discrepancies or anomalies in materials, documentation, and processes.
- Basic understanding of good manufacturing practices (GMP) and good documentation practices (GDP).
- Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures accurately.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions effectively.
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as the ability to learn other software packages as needed.
- Fluency in English, with the ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to communicate ideas, problems, and solutions to quality leads or management.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to work overtime and/or weekends according to business needs.
- Ability to serve as back-up support for second shift when needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience inspecting components and products in a medical device manufacturing setting.
- Familiarity with quality control inspection techniques and tools used in raw material and product inspection.
- Exposure to cleanroom operations and protocols.
- Understanding of basic blueprint or specification review for inspection purposes.
- Experience working with HPLC testing coordination or in partnership with a chemistry or analytical lab team.
- Proactive mindset toward reviewing and improving quality procedures, including SOPs, quality instructions, and component specifications.
- Strong organizational skills to manage documentation, traceability, and release activities efficiently.
Why Work Here?Join a growing organization that offers significant opportunities for professional development and advancement within quality and manufacturing operations. You will contribute directly to the production of high-quality products in a structured, well-documented environment, while working with a supportive team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and strong attention to detail. Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a cleanroom and manufacturing environment that follows strict cleanliness, safety, and contamination control standards. You will work closely with production, QA/QC, and chemistry teams, using computer systems such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel to manage documentation and communication. Work hours may include overtime and occasional weekend shifts based on business needs, and you may be asked to provide back-up support for a second shift when required. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.50 - $25.50/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 Irvine, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.
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.
