**Quality Inspector** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated Quality Inspectors to join our team, with opportunities available on different shifts. You will perform routine visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections of printed circuit boards, systems, and sub-assemblies to ensure compliance with required standards. This role involves working closely with various manufacturing technologies and requires flexibility for occasional additional work days. **Responsibilities** + Work from detailed Process Sheets, Visual Aid Packages, Engineering Change Orders, Production Change Notices, and Critical Item Lists. + Inspect components for proper positioning, soldering, markings, and various quality requirements. + Obtain and verify appropriate paperwork and necessary drawings for each job assignment. + Verify placement, polarity, and labels on circuit boards. + Use Defect Code List to identify defects and route boards to rework/repair facilities. + Perform minimal rework/repair duties as necessary. + Perform hand solder operations on printed circuit board assemblies. + Complete necessary routing tasks per procedure. + Enter board and/or systems quantities into the Baan ERP system. + Input data into PFS. + Perform duties under close supervision. + Check configuration on all assemblies. + Participate in providing timely feedback to other operations, management, and support engineering. + Follow and maintain accurate process documentation and recommend improvements. + Comply with and follow all company policies and procedures. + Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. **Essential Skills** + At least 1 year of Quality Inspection experience, preferably in electronics. + Ability to read blueprints and schematics. + Proficiency in using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. + Knowledge of quality assurance, quality inspection, and quality control. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 1+ years of experience in basic electronics manufacturing. + 2+ years of advanced electronics inspection experience. + Ability to perform one or more of PIR, WPI, FPI, AOI. + Experience working on problems of moderate scope requiring analysis of various factors. + Judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. + Capability to build productive internal and external working relationships. + Utilize optical equipment to determine the acceptability of components and solder. + Operate Nicolet X-ray machine and other sophisticated inspection equipment. **Why Work Here?** Join a large company with opportunities to advance within the role, from Level II to Level III Inspector, and even into Quality lead/management positions. If you demonstrate skills and aptitude, there is potential for permanent employment. **Work Environment** This role is based in a clean, fast-paced manufacturing facility certified with AS9100 standards. The company works on military and government projects, some of which require top secret clearance and ITAR compliance. All contractors must be able to obtain these clearances. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SANTA ANA, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 SANTA ANA,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2025. **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.