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Aerospace QA Inspector

Pay: $18-28/hour

Shift: 6AM-4:30PM M-Th

Job Description

The primary role of the Quality Inspector is to inspect CNC machined parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with drawing requirements. Typical requirements to be verified include dimensions, surface finish, hardness, electrical conductivity, part marking, and appearance.

Responsibilities

+ Perform in-process inspection of CNC parts and assemblies using manufacturing orders, part lists, drawings, specifications, and precision measuring instruments, including electronic devices.

+ Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to conduct inspections.

+ Reject and document nonconforming parts and materials.

+ Document work manually and enter data using computers.

+ Perform First Article inspections and generate reports.

+ Conduct hardness and conductivity testing.

+ Collaborate with teams to address corrective and preventive actions.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 1 year of experience in aerospace quality assurance inspection.

+ Ability to document work accurately both manually and on computer systems.

+ Proficient in using simple and complex inspection tools and test equipment, including calipers and micrometers.

+ Experience in performing in-process inspections of detail parts and assemblies.

+ Understanding of quality processes with strong attention to detail.

+ Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

+ Experience with CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine).

+ Optical inspection experience.

+ Experience in aerospace industry is required.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned precision metal machining company that specializes in producing high-quality components and assemblies for the aerospace industry. Enjoy comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, sick leave, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and paid holidays. Experience a close-knit work environment without the feel of a large corporate entity.

Work Environment

Work in a clean machine shop located in the Sumner/Puyallup area with a headcount of around 46 and growing. Enjoy a four-day workweek, with shifts from Monday to Thursday, either 5:00 am to 3:30 pm or 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Puyallup, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/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 Puyallup,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

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.