Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality InspectorJob Description

The Quality Control Inspector ensures that components and assemblies meet the company's high-quality standards. This role involves inspecting production materials, as well as engineering or unreleased products, and auditing material at supplier sites. The inspector is also responsible for auditing supplier quality control programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup, sampling, testing, and inspection/audits of complex materials, products, and processes.
• Read, interpret, and measure products according to engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with suppliers and other groups to inspect and determine the disposition of materials.
• Maintain records and create reports indicating inspection results.
• Support the Material Review Board (MRB) process by ensuring proper segregation, identification, and disposition of discrepant materials.
• Facilitate, create, and update inspection documentation to ensure compliance.
• Utilize Measurement and Test Equipment (M&TE), including common gauges and equipment, to complete measurements accurately.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of inspection concepts, techniques, and processes.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and operating testing equipment.
• Familiarity with GD&T and related measurement techniques.
• Ability to complete and audit assembly-related documentation such as inspection forms and nonconformance documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Intermediate reading and math skills, including report writing and algebraic and geometrical calculations.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector preferred.
• Ability to attain EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification, if applicable.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with a rich history since 1949, recognized as a leading manufacturer of climate control solutions for the commercial vehicle industry. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including profit sharing, 401K match, full benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a gym membership contribution for you and your family. Benefit from an employee assistance program and a mastery-focused environment designed to continually challenge and develop employees.

Work Environment

Work on the 2nd shift from Monday to Thursday, 4 pm to 2:30 am, with potential for Friday work as needed. The work environment is clean, well-lit, and encourages coworker interactions. It features ambient room temperature and excellent lighting, typical of a manufacturing setting with traditional assembly line equipment. The area is free from oils and other disagreeable elements. Certain areas require personal protective equipment, including respirators, gloves, and mandatory hearing protection. Safety glasses and closed-toed, closed-heel shoes are required in all manufacturing areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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.