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The Quality Control Technician supports a precision aerospace and manufacturing environment by ensuring that fabricated components consistently meet strict customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards. This role focuses on detailed inspection, accurate measurement, and clear documentation to maintain high-spec production quality. It is well-suited for someone with strong inspection experience, excellent blueprint reading skills, and a passion for quality in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities- Perform detailed inspections on fabricated parts to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, and scales to confirm dimensional accuracy.
- Interpret and apply blueprints, weld symbols, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements during inspection activities.
- Conduct fabrication inspection in line with established fabrication processes and quality expectations.
- Operate coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and related equipment to perform complex dimensional inspections when required.
- Perform quality checks at various stages of production to identify defects, deviations, or non-conforming conditions.
- Document quality issues and non-conformances clearly and accurately, ensuring all findings are recorded according to quality procedures.
- Communicate quality issues and recommended corrective actions to production, engineering, and leadership in a timely and professional manner.
- Support and uphold the quality management system (QMS) within an AS9100 aerospace environment.
- Track and analyze quality trends using basic statistical methods and Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to help identify process improvements.
- Follow detailed work instructions, procedures, and inspection plans to ensure consistent and repeatable quality outcomes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain and continuously improve quality standards and processes.
- Adhere to all safety, compliance, and housekeeping guidelines while performing inspection and quality assurance tasks.
- Use hand tools and related equipment safely and correctly as part of the inspection process.
- Lift and handle materials and components up to 50 pounds as needed to complete inspections.
- Experience in quality control or inspection within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of blueprint reading, including interpretation of weld symbols and engineering drawings.
- Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and geometric tolerances.
- Hands-on experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers (ID/OD), depth gauges, indicators, and scales.
- Ability to perform fabrication inspection and apply established fabrication processes.
- Familiarity with quality control and quality assurance practices in a production environment.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively in a fast-paced production setting.
- Basic math skills to perform accurate measurements, calculations, and data entry.
- Basic problem-solving skills to identify and help resolve quality issues.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely as part of daily duties.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Associate’s degree in a technical field is a plus.
- Experience working with AS9100 quality management systems in an aerospace environment.
- Knowledge of quality standards and quality checks specific to high-spec manufacturing.
- Experience operating coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and performing CMM inspections.
- Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and basic statistical analysis of quality data.
- Experience using hand tools and inspection-related equipment in a manufacturing setting.
- Comfort working with quality documentation, non-conformance reports, and corrective action records.
- Attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
You will join a high-spec manufacturing environment that values precision, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. The organization emphasizes strong quality culture, collaboration between production and engineering, and adherence to robust quality management systems. You will have the opportunity to work with advanced inspection tools and methods, contribute directly to the reliability of aerospace components, and develop your technical skills in a supportive and safety-focused setting.
Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a precision aerospace and manufacturing facility that operates in a fast-paced production environment. You will work around fabricated components, inspection stations, and quality labs, using equipment such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, scales, hand tools, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM). The workplace follows AS9100 quality management standards and emphasizes strict safety and compliance guidelines. The position involves standing for extended periods, handling and inspecting parts, and lifting up to 50 pounds as needed. You can expect a structured environment with detailed work instructions, clear procedures, and regular interaction with production, engineering, and leadership teams.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, AL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Decatur,AL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
Posting ID: JP-006178901