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Quality Inspector - 1st Shift
- Aerotek (San Diego, CA)
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Quality Inspector - 1st Shift - $23/hr
Miramar Location
Job Description
As a Quality Inspector, you will play a crucial role in providing support for functional verification and validation of incoming materials and completed products. This hands-on position is set in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, where you will interpret drawings, measure using calipers and micrometers, and conduct inspections primarily on sheet metal and cable components.
Responsibilities
+ Interpret and review drawings and assemblies.
+ Conduct dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
+ Perform receiving inspection of materials from suppliers, focusing on sheet metal parts and electrical components.
+ Utilize microscopes, digital calipers, micrometers, and vision measurement systems with optimal accuracy.
+ Provide in-process and final inspection and testing as required.
+ Maintain proper inspection and test records.
+ Advise production personnel on the acceptability of products or materials based on inspection results.
+ Provide solutions to technical problems and assist on special projects.
+ Assist with ISO 9001-2015 audits and document non-conformances.
Essential Skills
+ 3+ years of professional experience as a Quality Assurance/Control representative.
+ Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, volt meters, and measuring tools.
+ Ability to work on a computer and access drawings digitally.
+ Experience with quality inspection and control processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ High attention to detail.
+ Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
+ Familiarity with paperwork processes.
+ Knowledge of ISO 9001-2015 standards.
+ Knowledge of IPC-620 workmanship.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
+ Strong communication skills.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, all federal holidays off, and the chance to attend team events like a Padres game. This is a great place to work with a focus on team cohesion.
Work Environment
Work within a small company where everyone knows each other, including daily interactions with the president and engineers. The schedule is Monday to Thursday from 7:15 AM to 4:45 PM, with alternating Fridays off, and work hours from 7:15 AM to 3:45 PM on working Fridays. Opportunities for overtime may also be available.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 30, 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.
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