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Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

As a Quality Control Inspector located in Gaithersburg, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest quality of manufactured parts and finished goods delivered to our customers. Your meticulous attention to detail and expertise in inspection procedures will directly impact customer satisfaction and the overall success of our operations. You will work within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, contributing to our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined parts and finished goods for conformance to customer-defined standards using the AQL sampling plan detailed in ANSI/ASQ Z1.4.
• Accurately document the results of all testing and inspections according to standards.
• Maintain controlled electronic documents and test records timely and accurately.
• Contribute to writing and revising procedures for inspection functions.
• Coordinate the calibration of all company measurement and test equipment.
• Assist in customer complaint and quality system investigations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain efficiency throughout the company.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years inspection experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to use Standard measuring equipment such as Micrometers, Calipers, and Gauges.
• Extreme attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to generate a drawing from a CAD program is a strong plus (Solid Works Inspector add-in experience is beneficial).
• Experience with PC-DMIS with CMM is a plus.
• Familiarity with standards is a plus.
• Team player, open to new ideas and teamwork, self-motivated, willingness to continually strive to increase personal knowledge.
• Strong clerical and math skills.

Why Work Here?

This is a long-term opportunity with a growing company expected to double in size over the next five years, leading to potential promotion opportunities. Raises are provided based on performance once hired permanently, and there is an opportunity to be trained in 3D printing.

Work Environment

Work in an ITAR facility where you must be able to provide passpot or birth cert. The role includes working with 3D printing technology. Shifts are from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The dress code includes jeans, shorts, plain shirts, and closed-toed shoes.ble

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gaithersburg, MD.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Gaithersburg,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026. About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.