**Job Title: Quality Inspector** Job Description We are seeking dedicated and skilled Quality Inspectors for a large manufacturer and distributor of solar trackers and structures for solar panels. The role involves working with machine operators to form metal by cutting and pressing it to specification or blueprint to build structures for solar panels. You will be operating machinery such as band saws, press stamping machines, or punch presses. This position requires constant movement of parts through a repetitious process to advance the product line. Responsibilities + Perform quality inspections using micrometers and calipers. + Conduct visual inspections and document findings. + Adhere to ISO 9001 standards. + Prepare NCR (Non-Conformance Reports) when necessary. + Collaborate with machine operators to ensure metal forming meets specifications. + Operate and maintain machinery, including band saws, press stamp machines, and punch presses. + Work in non-climate-controlled environments and adapt to varying temperatures. Essential Skills + 2+ years of recent manufacturing QC experience. + 2+ years of experience with micrometers and calipers. + Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards. + Proficiency in visual inspection and quality control processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in structural steel manufacturing. + Previous work in a solar manufacturing environment. + Experience with NCR reports. Why Work Here? Join a rapidly expanding organization, currently the world's 3rd largest producer of solar trackers. Benefit from working in a brand-new facility and contribute to the company's ongoing growth, with exciting expansion plans set for the coming years. Work Environment The work environment includes two locations in Houston, TX. The headquarters in SW Houston offers a large, non-climate-controlled facility with an open-air assembly area that can be very hot. The second location at NW Houston is a new, air-conditioned facility. Work alongside assemblers, plasma cutters, press brake operators, and general fabrication teams. The working schedule is Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts, with most Saturdays and alternating Sundays requiring 6-hour shifts. Expect to work an average of 45 to 52 hours per week. Shift timings include: 1st Shift from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, 2nd Shift from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and 3rd Shift from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am, each with a 30-minute break. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Houston,TX. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.