Quality Inspector

Job Title: Lead Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Lead Quality Inspector performs detailed visual and dimensional inspections of products to verify conformance with established standards and specifications. In this role, you ensure that all products meet quality requirements by accurately using inspection tools, applying quality science principles, and supporting a safe and efficient manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough visual and measured inspections of products to ensure they meet all quality standards and customer requirements.
• Proficiently utilize inspection tools and measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, and other precision instruments, to verify product dimensions and tolerances.
• Independently apply quality science principles and quality assurance methods to evaluate product conformity and identify defects or nonconformities.
• Perform quality control checks on welds, including visual inspection and measurement, to confirm weld quality and adherence to specifications.
• Review and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine inspection criteria and measurement requirements.
• Carry out quality inspections on manufacturing and assembly line production within an industrial environment, ensuring consistent adherence to quality standards.
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately and communicate findings to appropriate team members for corrective actions when needed.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and best practices while working in a heavy industrial, steel fabrication environment.
• Participate in safety committees or safety-related initiatives as needed to support a strong safety culture.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support production, quality assurance, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience using inspection tools and measuring equipment, including micrometers and calipers.
• Minimum of 35 years of welding experience, with prior quality inspection experience on welds.
• Proven experience in quality control, quality assurance, and quality inspection within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• At least 12 months of industrial manufacturing experience, specifically in manufacturing assembly line inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings for inspection purposes.
• Strong visual inspection skills and attention to detail for identifying defects and nonconformities.
• Demonstrated ability to perform accurate measurements and quality checks using precision tools.
• Knowledge of production and manufacturing processes in a heavy industrial setting.
• Commitment to following safety rules and practices in a steel fabrication facility.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in heavy industrial or steel fabrication environments.
• Familiarity with open-air facilities and willingness to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments based on quality standards and inspection results.
• Strong communication skills to document findings and collaborate with production and quality teams.
• Participation in safety committees or initiatives and interest in promoting workplace safety.
• Dependable work ethic and flexibility to perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values precision, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic industrial setting. The role offers the opportunity to apply and grow your technical inspection and welding expertise while contributing directly to the quality and reliability of finished products. You work in an environment that recognizes the importance of safety initiatives, encourages collaboration, and provides hands-on experience with industrial manufacturing processes.

Work Environment

This position is based in a heavy industrial, steel fabrication facility with an open-air building and no climate control. Temperatures can be hot in the summer and colder in the winter months, and you should be comfortable working in these conditions. The role involves working around manufacturing and production equipment in an industrial setting. Proper personal protective equipment is required at all times, including steel toe boots, a hard hat, safety glasses, and ear plug

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/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 Fort Worth,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.