Job Title: Mechanical Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector with at least 3 years of experience in the field. The role involves inspecting sheet metal products across various industries, including medical, automotive, and aerospace, with a focus on products for a major customer. The position operates on a day shift, working alongside a team of 10 inspectors.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints.Set up and operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine).Conduct inspections using surface plates.Inspect cable harnesses and conduct box builds.Utilize calipers and other measurement tools for precision inspection.Perform measurements which constitute 80% of the job.Maintain attention to detail throughout inspection processes.Conduct first article inspections.Use tools such as wrenches, tweezers, screwdrivers, and calipers.Conduct basic wiring tasks.

Essential Skills

Proven experience in quality assurance and quality control.Proficiency in blueprint reading and mechanical inspection.Skilled in using micrometers, visual inspection tools, calipers, and height gauges.Experience with CMM inspection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Previous knowledge in mechanical assembly (not PCB).Ability to read schematics and blueprints.

Why Work Here?

In our unique role as both distributor and manufacturer, we offer factory-trained and certified personnel. We provide cost-effective solutions tailored to design criteria and mechanical constraints. Our process involves understanding your requirements and sharing ideas and designs, with the capability to challenge and improve existing specifications. We pride ourselves on our innovation, performance, and ability to recognize emerging technologies, offering you a competitive advantage.

Work Environment

This role is based on the FM Fabrication side, working in a machine shop environment that is not a clean room. The environment can be loud and is occasionally exposed to weather elements, requiring appropriate attire. You will work as part of a team of three, including a manager, handling sheet metal tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Union City, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Union City,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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