Job Description

The Quality Technician monitors and evaluates product quality through routine inspections, measurements, and testing to ensure all products meet established specifications. This role supports production, shipping, and maintenance teams by quickly responding to quality issues, troubleshooting problems on the manufacturing floor, and helping drive corrective and preventive actions. The Quality Technician maintains accurate quality records, supports process audits, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product reliability and reduce scrap.

Responsibilities
* Monitor product quality through routine inspections, measurements, and testing to ensure compliance with specifications and customer requirements.
* Support production, shipping, and maintenance teams by responding promptly to quality issues and assisting in troubleshooting problems in the manufacturing plant.
* Document inspection findings thoroughly, including defects, test results, and nonconformances, to maintain reliable and traceable quality records.
* Perform root cause checks on defects or process deviations and assist in developing and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
* Verify that equipment and tools used for quality checks are properly calibrated, maintained, and functioning correctly.
* Audit processes and work areas to confirm adherence to standard operating procedures and quality requirements.
* Communicate quality concerns clearly and professionally to supervisors, operators, and engineers to prevent recurring issues.
* Support training efforts by helping operators understand quality standards, inspection methods, and proper documentation practices.
* Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on reducing scrap, improving process consistency, and strengthening product reliability.
* Assist with incoming material inspections to ensure suppliers meet required standards before materials enter production.
* Act as a first-line resource for resolving product defect issues, providing leadership and guidance to team members during problem-solving efforts.

Essential Skills
* Two or more years of hands-on experience in a quality or manufacturing environment.
* Strong quality control and quality assurance experience, including inspection of products and processes.
* Proficiency using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
* Experience identifying and documenting nonconforming products and processes.
* Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and determine root causes of product defects or process deviations.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
* Experience providing leadership or serving in a team lead capacity, especially in resolving product quality issues.
* Clear and effective communication skills for collaborating with operators, supervisors, and engineers.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and recordkeeping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Experience supporting operations teams in a manufacturing environment, including production, shipping, and maintenance.
* Conduct process audits and verifying adherence to standard operating procedures.
* Exposure to continuous improvement activities aimed at reducing scrap and improving consistency.
* Experience assisting with incoming material inspections and working with supplier quality standards.
* Ability to support training efforts by explaining quality standards, inspection methods, and documentation requirements to others.
* Comfort working as part of a new or growing team and contributing to the development of new processes and practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a climate-controlled facility that offers a stable, direct placement opportunity with long-term growth potential. The organization supports employees with benefits such as a 401(k) match and encourages involvement in new projects and the formation of a new team, providing room to influence processes and make a visible impact. You will work in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional development.

Work Environment

The role is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility, providing a comfortable and consistent work environment throughout the year. You will work closely with production, shipping, maintenance, and engineering teams on the plant floor, using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers, as well as computer-based systems including Microsoft Office applications. The environment emphasizes adherence to standard operating procedures, accurate documentation, and continuous improvement practices, with a focus on safe and efficient operations.
Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hebron, KY.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $64480.00/yr.

401k, Health, Dental, Vision. Performance reviews quarterly for merit increases. Great environment and growing continuously
Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hebron,KY.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2026.

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.

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.

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