Entry Level Quality Inspector Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

Looking to start or grow your career in Quality Inspection? We are seeking detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Quality Inspectors. Previous quality experience is helpful, but we are willing to train candidates who have hands-on experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, or other precision measuring equipment.

This is a stable, long-term opportunity with competitive pay, full benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

✅ Up to $32/hour based on experience

✅ Full Benefits Package

✅ Long-Term Stable Employment

✅ 1st and 2nd Shift Openings

✅ Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

✅ Entry-Level Candidates Welcome

✅ Will Train Candidates with Mechanical Aptitude and Measurement Tool Experience

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts and incoming materials.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection equipment to verify specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and engineering specifications.
• Complete receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
• Accurately document inspection results, quality records, labels, and transactions.
• Identify quality concerns and help improve inspection processes.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Maintain compliance with company safety and quality standards.
• Support customer quality requirements and organizational goals.

• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM, or other precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read blueprints, prints, drawings, or technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Manufacturing, machining, assembly, inspection, warehouse, or production experience is a plus.

We welcome applicants with:

• Experience using measurement tools in manufacturing, machining, maintenance, automotive, fabrication, assembly, or technical school settings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Desire to learn quality inspection and advance their career.

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Whether you're an experienced Quality Inspector or looking to break into the field with measurement tool experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term career growth await!

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Eden Prairie,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.