Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Inspector will be responsible for coordinating quality activities, primarily focusing on assembly inspections. This role involves root cause-corrective actions (RCCA), First Article Inspections (FAIs), Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and addressing supplier issues. The inspector will engage in internal customer contact within a cross-functional work environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily assembly inspections to ensure products meet type design specifications.
• Facilitate communication and feedback between incoming and downstream internal customers.
• Coordinate containment of stock and Work In Progress (WIP) through quality investigations as needed.
• Attend Quality Review Board (QRB) meetings to support Quality Engineers (QE) and address internal issues.
• Provide real-time shop floor support for quality-based investigations and resolutions.
• Collaborate with QEs on customer returns, manage the RMA process, and document the quality portion of the RCCA process.
• Create Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and other necessary quality documentation.
• Identify and address any known or potential quality problems.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of First Article Inspections (FAIs)
• Understanding of electrical bonding
• Proficiency in the application of sealants
• Familiarity with torque specifications
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Skill in assessing compliance of parts with print measurements
• Decision-making ability
• Experience using MRP systems
• Familiarity with AS9100 and AS9102 standards

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of experience in precision sheet metal or assembly shop environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a team committed to excellence in quality assurance and continuous improvement. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values cross-functional collaboration and professional growth.

Work Environment

The role is situated in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The position requires occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities such as close vision, distance vision, focus adjustment, and color vision are necessary. While performing job duties, there might be exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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.