Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector Job Description

As a Quality Inspector, you will determine and utilize appropriate inspection methods and instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges, air gauges, radius gauges, and calipers, to complete in-process and final inspection of machined aerospace parts and assemblies. You will initiate nonconformance records and disposition of parts not meeting requirements, continually strive to improve inspection effectiveness and efficiency, and communicate effectively with internal and external personnel to address issues and trends.

Responsibilities

• Utilize appropriate inspection methods and instruments for inspecting aerospace parts and assemblies.

• Initiate nonconformance records and handle the disposition of parts not meeting requirements.

• Support process improvements to enhance inspection effectiveness and efficiency.

• Communicate effectively with personnel to troubleshoot and resolve non-conforming parts and necessary re-inspection.

• Complete other duties as required.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating a CMM using PC-DMIS software.

• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, and various gauges.

• Quality inspection and assurance expertise.

• Capability to conduct visual inspections and use a tape measure.

• Accuracy in reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering documents.

• Advanced mathematical skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Completion of internal training for Level I Inspectors and periodic recertification.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k plan. Our company promotes growth from within, providing opportunities to advance into leadership roles with pay raises at each level. Enjoy 8 paid holidays, annual production bonuses, and salary evaluations based on the cost of living. Employees can accrue up to 80 hours of vacation, with 24 hours added in the first year. Retention bonuses are available every six months, and employee referral bonuses range from $500 to $1,500.

Work Environment

This position is set in an industrial environment with shifts from Friday to Sunday, 8 PM to 8 AM. A competitive pay rate with a 15% shift differential for the night weekend shift is offered.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Athens,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 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.