**Job Title: Inspector** **Job Description** We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Inspector to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality of raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies through accurate mechanical, physical, and visual inspections. The Inspector will document and report all findings, oversee inspections, and ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements. **Responsibilities** + Read and interpret manufacturing drawings, GD&T, and Technical Specifications. + Use precision measuring tools and equipment accurately. + Organize daily workload to meet objectives. + Perform mechanical, physical, and visual inspections of raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies according to drawings, quality process documents, and specifications. + Document and report all inspection findings. + Conduct In Process and Incoming Goods Inspections. + Oversee and carry out Finished Goods and Final Goods Inspections, preparing reports. + Check Travelers for completeness at all stages of manufacture. + Perform First Article Inspections and prepare reports to support part and component qualification processes. + Identify, segregate, log Non-Conformances, and assist in determining disposition. + Determine acceptability of Rework by inspection and completing the Non-conformance process. + Monitor and follow up on Corrective Actions to inspection findings. + Ensure all products meet customer purchase order standards. + Log key characteristic process data on Statistical Process Control Charts. + Maintain the integrity of Inspection documents within the Company Database. + Conduct material kit audits to ensure integrity of the kitting process and materials used. + Conduct product identification and traceability activities per Work Instructions. + Perform weekly Expiring Material Reviews per Work Instructions. + Ensure calibration, validation, and maintenance of inspection equipment. + Collaborate with other Departments to resolve inspection issues. + Promote a team environment and develop a Quality-centered culture. + Conduct internal audits of the company QMS in line with the Internal Audit Schedule. + Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. + Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations. + Suggest ideas for Continuous Improvement, simplifying processes, tooling, and equipment to increase throughput, improve Quality, and raise profitability. + Update job knowledge by enhancing existing skills and developing new ones through educational opportunities and reading technical publications. **Essential Skills** + Minimum 1 year of experience in quality control function in a manufacturing environment. + Ability to read and understand specifications. + Troubleshoot errors on parts. + Proficiency with standard measuring equipment (hand tools, calipers, height gauges, micrometers, etc.) - open to training. + Solid reading, writing, and comprehension skills for communication with all levels (production, management, engineers, and leadership). **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in a QA role. + Experience conducting internal audits. + Knowledge of Statistical Process Control Charts. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a family-style environment where employees are treated very well. This company values long-term growth and wants individuals who are eager to add their thoughts and insights into the production process. Benefits include competitive hourly pay, medical, dental, vision, vacation, paid sick time, 401K with matching, and quarterly bonuses. **Work Environment** Work in a rapidly growing aerospace manufacturing environment that is fast-paced with an emphasis on quality. Join a team where engineers actively work on the production floor and collaborate with production teams. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Vista, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Vista,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 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.