Quality Inspection Associate

The Greer Group has a temp to hire opportunity as a Quality Production Associate for a great manufacturing company in the east Asheville area. This position has great opportunity for career advancement and is ideal for candidates who are detail-oriented, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in ensuring product quality and accuracy.

Pay

$18.00 - $19.00/hour depending on experience (pay increase, benefits and PTO effective immediately at permanent hire)

Job Overview

The Quality Associate is responsible for performing incoming, in-process, and finished goods inspections according to established work instructions and procedures. This role also supports customer and supplier returns, data entry, and maintaining accurate quality records.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections, first article checks, and finished goods inspections
• Inspect customer returns and verify compliance to specifications
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to verify product quality
• Review parts against blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
• Assist with receiving incoming materials and verify against purchase orders using ERP systems
• Process customer and supplier returns and complete all required documentation
• Identify and document non-conforming materials
• Complete defect/non-conformance reports and assist with disposition of materials
• Maintain accurate manual and electronic inspection records
• Ensure proper handling and storage of incoming materials
• Perform roving inspections of work-in-process
• Support overall quality and continuous improvement efforts

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 12 months experience in Quality Inspection or Quality Control preferred
• Ability to use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written instructions
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Why Work With Us

• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential
• Pay increase at permanent hire
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Great work environment
• Hands-on role with skill development in quality systems
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and team-oriented company culture
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Submit your resume to apply!

The Greer Group, Inc., based in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a woman-owned staffing and recruiting company. Greer also operates satellite locations in North Carolina including Asheville and growing in other states. The Greer Group, Inc. has the visionary goal of providing high-quality staffing solutions that are responsive, flexible and dependable. Since 1986, our staffing services have built solid work force partnerships with our clients specializing in the following areas: Manufacturing, Light Industrial, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Government, Customer Service, Medical, Management, and other professional positions.