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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift quality inspector in California is $20.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.91 and $22.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A 3rd Shift Quality Inspector is responsible for monitoring and inspecting products during overnight hours to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. Their duties typically include examining materials, conducting tests, documenting results, and reporting any defects or issues to supervisors. They play a crucial role in maintaining product consistency and safety, especially in manufacturing environments that operate around the clock. Working the '3rd shift' usually means working late-night to early-morning hours.

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To thrive as a 3rd Shift Quality Inspector, you generally need a high school diploma or equivalent, strong attention to detail, and experience with quality control processes. Familiarity with inspection tools like calipers, micrometers, and quality management systems (QMS) software is often required. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently during overnight hours help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure product standards are maintained and production issues are addressed promptly, supporting overall manufacturing quality and efficiency.

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3rd Shift Quality Inspectors often encounter challenges such as working with reduced onsite support and adapting to overnight hours, which can impact communication and alertness. To manage these, inspectors typically rely on detailed shift handover notes, strong self-motivation, and proactive communication with both day and night teams. Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule and utilizing available resources for troubleshooting helps ensure quality standards are met across all shifts. Being adaptable and collaborative is key to success in this role.

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Quality Inspector - 3rd Shift

Collins Aerospace

Riverside, CA

$27 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

Date Posted:
2026-07-14
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
  • 3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11:30P - 6:30A
  • Comp: $27 - $31
    • $0.75/hr Shift Premium

What You Will Do
  • This classification requires the inspection of all types of machined parts, aircraft parts, sub-assemblies, assemblies, and installations, development parts and assemblies, vendor manufactured parts, materials, all types of tooling, master gages, master models and development parts, etc., for workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and interchangeability.
  • The operation of various types of magnetic and penetrant testing equipment and the subsequent inspection.
  • Performs functional and operational checks of production, prototype, modified and customer returned aircraft major components, assemblies, sub-assemblies, and installations. Investigates and determines dispositions on returned materials, detail parts and assemblies for FAA repairs.
  • Inspects, calibrates, repairs, adjusts, and certifies all precision measuring instruments to required standards

Qualifications You Must Have
  • Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience performing manufacturing or product inspections using blueprints and specifications.
  • Experience performing measurements with precision measurement tools, such as micrometers and calipers.

Qualifications We Prefer
  • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.
  • Sets-up and aligns optical instruments and performs periodic inspections on major tools and master gages; logs information and maintains records.
  • The ability to utilize computer systems including input of data and retrieval of information for inspections and configuration purposes.
  • Uses laser trackers, portable CMM, CMM, Photogrammetry, and any other applicable technologies in the performance of normal job duties.
  • The ability to review documents and to identify and resolve any errors or missing information.
  • Ability to use operating software including SAP
  • 2+ years in an Aerospace or similar inspection role

What We Offer
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off after 121 days
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
  • And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!
Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement - we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.
The salary range for this role is $27/hr USD - $31/hr USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and any key skills.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Industry

Aviation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2018