Inspector

Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Inspector to join our team. You will be working with a leader in the joining of dissimilar materials, specializing in the manufacturing of electrical feedthroughs, opto-electronic windows, and various ceramic to metal seals, bonds, and packages. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and requires experience with small parts, particularly in the medical device field.

Responsibilities

Inspect parts per drawings and requirements to ensure conformity.

Generate non-conforming reports when parts do not meet specifications.

Use inspection tools such as helium leak detectors, calipers, and optical comparators.

Read and understand drawings.

Carry out daily and weekly tasks.

Assist in troubleshooting and sourcing experts when needed.

Maintain a safe and clean working area.

Participate in required company training.

Conduct detailed inspections of small, precision metallic and ceramic components for use in medical, defense, and industrial applications.

Essential Skills

1-2 years of quality control inspection or medical device experience with very small parts.

Proficiency in using a microscope for small parts inspection.

Ability to read and write in English.

Capability to read and interpret SOPs, blueprints, and instructions.

Experience with GD&T is highly preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in aerospace or medical device fields is beneficial.

Comfortable working in a slow process environment with niche products.

Familiarity with ITAR regulations.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-oriented company that values its employees and offers a supportive work environment. Enjoy regular yearly merit increases, with pay increases ranging from 3-5% based on performance. Benefit from comprehensive health plans, including Cigna PPO or HSA medical plan, free Cigna dental coverage, and VSP Vision plan. Take advantage of health and wellness premium discounts and up to a 4.5% employer 401(k) match.

Work Environment

Work in a semi-clean room environment with a focus on precision and quality. Our company is a leader in the joining of dissimilar materials, having recently expanded through acquisition. Embrace a culture where the process is meticulous and not high volume, allowing for thorough learning and mastering of techniques.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Ana, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00 / 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 Nov 17, 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.