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Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Quality Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of products and components within our advanced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

+ Perform First Article and Incoming Inspection of purchased components and subassemblies.

+ Learn and become proficient in the use of state-of-the-art test equipment.

+ Conduct in-process inspection audits and final product conformance approvals.

+ Maintain inspection and test data for review, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, company standards, and legal regulations.

+ Report results and deviations to small teams, including suppliers, peers, and management.

+ Collaborate with Engineering, Master Data, and Global teams to support Manufacturing with inspection results.

+ Monitor and address Missing Parts submissions from the Install Team; implement Root Cause Corrective Actions.

+ Lead Material Review Board, maintain accurate Quarantine inventory, and determine proper disposition for nonconforming materials.

+ Generate appropriate documentation, such as Nonconformance Reports and Supplier Corrective Action Requests.

+ Assist the Procurement Team with Supplier selection and Supplier Quality evaluation.

+ Submit, track, and assist in processing internal Corrective And Preventative Actions.

+ Create and maintain quality documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and quality checklists.

+ Coordinate calibration of measuring equipment using both internal and external sources.

+ Assist the Quality Manager in maintaining, evaluating, and improving the Quality Management System and assist with annual certification audits for ISO 9001:2015.

+ Identify areas for Continuous Improvement in Quality and develop and execute improvement plans.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum 1 year of quality inspection experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.

+ Knowledge of precision measurement methods and experience using precision measuring instruments.

+ Ability to interpret models, prints, drawings, and specifications; basic GD&T knowledge required.

+ Strong math skills, including trigonometry; excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Excellent attention to detail and a high level of ownership mentality.

+ Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data; statistical process control (SPC) experience a plus.

+ Experience with Quality Management Systems and ISO 9001:2015 preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ A.S. or higher in a related field is a plus.

+ Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement methodology a plus.

+ Experience with complex, multi-level BOMs a plus.

+ Experience or understanding of Electrical, Software, and Automation preferred.

+ Metal fabrication experience preferred, including laser cutting, bending, welding, and assembly.

+ Experience with high-power fiber laser technology preferred.

+ Knowledge of materials, specifically types of metals and manufacturing techniques, is preferred.

+ SAP or other ERP system knowledge a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join our team and work in a state-of-the-art facility that is extremely clean, well-organized, and modern. We offer a collaborative environment where your skills and contributions are valued, and you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and processes. Enjoy a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Work Environment

Our work environment is a state-of-the-art facility that is extremely clean, well-organized, and modern, providing an optimal setting for quality control and assurance activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hoffman Estates, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Hoffman Estates,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.