Quality Tech

Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description Join a team dedicated to engineering a better future through sustainable technology and machine productivity. We are seeking a skilled Quality Technician to perform day-to-day quality support for operations, ensuring the reliability of parts and final products. Experience in manufacturing quality and data analysis is highly valued. Candidates with 1-3 years of experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform part and product inspections to ensure they meet engineering drawing requirements.
• Utilize standard gauging and automated computer systems to verify unit assembly.
• Carry out hardware analysis on suspect material and document risk assessments.
• Track defects and use data analysis tools to identify quality-based solutions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to solve problems using continuous improvement methods.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing support role.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with standard quality tools and computer systems like SAP or Microsoft Office.
• Knowledgeable in basic quality metrics such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and First Pass Yield.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to use manual tools like wrenches or socket wrenches for component adjustment.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment supporting assembly lines and machining cells.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Why Work Here? Work for an organization where sustainability drives competitiveness and innovation. You will have the opportunity to engage in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to engineering solutions that reduce global emissions.

Work Environment This role is located within a manufacturing facility, providing direct support to production areas. The environment requires high attention to detail and hands-on work with engines, transmissions, and other mechanical components

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of AMES, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 AMES,IA.

Application Deadline

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

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.