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Growing company in Columbia, PA is seeking a Quality Inspector to join their team! Great company culture in a laid back team environment. Willing to train the right candidate as long as they have experience using precision measuring equipment and strong attention to detail.

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent Quality Inspector for our 1st shift, which operates from 5:30am to 2pm, Monday through Friday. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting all in-house manufactured components and finished products, as well as incoming vendor-supplied parts and materials. The ideal candidate will be organized, resourceful, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to function effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct 1st piece inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections of components machined in-house.

+ Inspect all incoming materials to ensure they are within specified tolerances, of good quality, and free of defects.

+ Perform in-process inspections of general production processes including cutting, polishing, drilling, welding, and assembly.

+ Complete the final project quality control inspection prior to shipping, using fabrication prints to verify measurement accuracy and ensuring all products adhere to standards and specifications.

+ Identify the root cause of non-conformances and recommend corrective actions to management.

+ Establish, implement, and manage a system to evaluate, monitor, and report quality non-conformance trends.

+ Adhere to established company policies, procedures, terms, and conditions affecting quality control.

+ Coordinate with engineering, machining, and assembly departments to proactively identify and address quality issues.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools for inspection.

+ Experience in quality inspection and quality control processes.

+ Ability to accurately document and log measurements and report back to the leadership team.

+ Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate respectfully with others.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in quality inspection is preferred, but candidates skilled in precision measuring tools and open to training are welcome.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and precision in delivering high-quality products. Our company culture fosters team spirit and provides opportunities for growth and learning. Enjoy working in a structured environment where feedback is valued, and teamwork is essential.

Work Environment

Our facility is a collaborative space with departments for welding, fabricating, machining, and general labor/assembly. We operate with a team of approximately 30 employees across the 1st and 2nd shifts. The dress code includes work pants, a t-shirt, and steel-toe boots or sneakers. Our company is a leading provider of modular and ornamental railing systems, frequently specified for commercial and residential applications.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBIA, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 COLUMBIA,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

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.