• Quality Technician

    Aerotek (San Diego, CA)


    Now Hiring: Quality Technician

    Job Description

    As a Quality Technician, you will perform technical tasks related to quality control and assurance operations. Your role will involve inspection, testing, and documentation to ensure product quality. You will spend approximately four hours a day conducting inspections under a microscope and will be responsible for mechanical and dimensional inspections. While blueprint reading is preferred, it is not required. Good computer skills, especially in Excel, are essential for success in this role.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform complex functional tests and inspections following established procedures and work instructions.

    + Read and interpret specifications and/or blueprints and mechanical drawings. Create and/or revise procedures to document and standardize when necessary.

    + Compile quality data using appropriate tools, including SPC charting methodology.

    + Evaluate quality issues identified by test and inspection results and report findings appropriately.

    + Review and disposition product defects identified through testing and inspection processes.

    + Ensure documentation completeness and compliance with specifications.

    + Solve routine problems with standard solutions.

    + Maintain test machines and test fixtures.

    + Process shipping documentation and prepare necessary documents for shipment.

    Essential Skills

    + Two years of experience as a technician in a manufacturing environment.

    + High school diploma or equivalent, OR an AA or AS degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent technical knowledge gained through experience.

    + Proficiency in using a microscope for extended periods.

    + Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.

    + Experience with micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and other measuring tools.

    + Strong computer skills, particularly with word-processing and spreadsheet programs.

    + Organizational skills to collect and transform data into meaningful information.

    + Basic arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculation skills.

    + Effective communication skills at all organizational levels.

    + Ability to read, comprehend, and write in English.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Willingness to wear cleanroom apparel.

    + Proactive and enthusiastic attitude.

    + Willingness to learn and contribute.

    + Ability to perform visual inspections.

    + Physical ability to meet job requirements such as standing or sitting for extended periods, bending, stooping, turning, twisting, lifting up to 25 pounds, and handling small parts or tools.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We offer a dynamic work environment where your skills and contributions are valued. Our company culture promotes continuous learning and growth, providing opportunities to advance in your career. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where innovation and quality are at the forefront.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This position involves working in a cleanroom environment with appropriate attire. You will use various technologies and equipment, including microscopes and measuring tools. The role requires both standing and sitting for extended periods, as well as physical movement around the plant.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, California.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.