Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

This first-shift Quality Inspector role runs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and focuses on ensuring the highest standards of precision and quality for medical components on the production floor. You perform thorough dimensional and visual inspections of parts at multiple stages, verifying that each product meets strict customer requirements and is ready for use in medical applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of medical parts on the production floor to ensure compliance with customer quality requirements.
• Inspect parts at least twice before they leave the building, including initial checks and final inspection, to confirm dimensional accuracy and overall appearance.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, vision systems, optical comparators, Keyence equipment, and microscopes to measure and verify tight tolerances.
• Conduct detailed visual inspections to ensure parts are free from defects and meet aesthetic standards appropriate for medical use.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to understand product specifications and inspection criteria.
• Apply basic math skills and decimal point placement knowledge to interpret measurements and determine conformance to specifications.
• Determine whether products should be accepted, rejected, or placed on hold based on inspection results and documented criteria.
• Prepare, review, and approve clear and accurate technical documentation related to inspection findings and quality status.
• Work through assigned inspection jobs in designated areas, handling varying lot sizes that can range from hundreds to thousands of pieces.
• Maintain consistent productivity and focus throughout the entire shift while performing repetitive inspections with high attention to detail.
• Use magnifiers and optical devices to conduct close visual inspections and adjust focus as needed to examine fine features.
• Follow quality control and quality assurance procedures, supporting continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices where applicable.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines, including use of appropriate footwear and eye protection, while working on the production floor.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments for quality inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
• Strong basic math skills, including a confident understanding of decimal point placement for measurement interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to perform visual inspections and identify defects on small, detailed components.
• Capability to use microscopes, magnifiers, optical comparators, and vision systems for detailed inspection work.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus on optical devices.
• Ability to prepare, review, and approve technical documentation with clear and accurate written communication.
• Physical ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods while performing inspections.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds or more as needed during inspection activities.
• Prior knowledge or experience in quality control inspection, particularly in a production or manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with tight tolerances and precision measurement in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience conducting incoming, in-process, and final inspections in a production environment.
• Experience in quality control, quality assurance, or quality inspection of medical or similarly high-precision products.
• Comfort working with large quantities of parts, including jobs ranging from hundreds to thousands of pieces per run.
• Ability to work independently in designated inspection areas while maintaining high accuracy and throughput.

Why Work Here?

You join a production environment that values precision, consistency, and quality, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to products used in critical medical applications. The role provides stable first-shift hours, a structured workflow with clearly designated inspection areas, and access to modern inspection technologies and tools. You work in a culture that emphasizes attention to detail, continuous improvement, and safety, while supporting professional growth in quality and manufacturing disciplines.

Work Environment

The role is based on the production floor in designated inspection areas, so parts are routed directly to you without needing to search through inventory. Workloads vary by job, with some inspections involving around 500 pieces and others up to 2,000 pieces, and you are expected to remain engaged and productive throughout the entire shift from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The environment is focused on precision and quality, using equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, vision systems, CMM (with training available), optical comparators, Keyence systems, microscopes, and magnifiers. You may sit or stand for extended periods while inspecting parts and occasionally lift items weighing 20 pounds or more. The dress code requires leather uppers with non-slip soles; safety shoes are not required. Eye protection is mandatory, and safety glasses are provided, though you may wear your own prescription glasses if preferred

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kentwood, MI.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Kentwood,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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.

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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.