Quality Inspector - 18-20/HR - 1st/2nd Shift

Job Title: Quality Inspector (1st and 2nd Shift)

Job Description

The Quality Inspector ensures that automotive parts meet established quality standards by inspecting, testing, and documenting product quality throughout the production process. This role works on 1st or 2nd shift in a high-volume metal stamping environment, performing detailed measurements, reading blueprints, and collaborating closely with production teams to maintain consistent quality and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Establish and follow quality standards for automotive products within a steel and metal stamping environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to verify that production operations meet required standards.
• Inspect and test finished products using gauges, micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring tools.
• Document defects, nonconformances, and any necessary adjustments in a clear and accurate manner.
• Remove products that do not meet production standards and ensure they are properly segregated and documented.
• Recommend strategies and corrective actions to improve product quality and reduce recurring defects.
• Accept or reject finished products based on inspection results and established quality criteria.
• Discuss inspection findings with the production team to resolve issues and support process improvements.
• Perform quality checks consistently throughout production runs to maintain process control.
• Handle and move parts safely, including heavy lifting and pulling of items up to approximately 30 pounds.
• Work across multiple buildings and production areas as needed to support quality inspection needs.
• Maintain inspection tools and equipment in good working condition and report any issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• 2–5 years of quality inspection experience, preferably in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the steel and metal stamping industry.
• Proficiency with gauges, micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Strong quality control and quality inspection skills, including visual and dimensional inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and pulling of parts and materials up to approximately 30 pounds.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documenting inspection results and defects.
• Ability to communicate inspection findings clearly to production and other team members.
• Comfort working overtime, including 45–50 hours per week and mandatory weekend overtime 1–2 times per month.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a metal stamping environment is highly beneficial.
• Background working around or with welding processes, such as MIG welding, is a plus.
• Familiarity with progressive presses and automated production equipment is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with production teams.

This is a Permanent position based out of Mount Clemens, MI.

The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $41600.00/yr.

Healthy Insurance and PTO once direct

This is a fully onsite position in Mount Clemens,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.

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.