Quality Inspector Team Lead

Company: Aerotek
Location: Mesa
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Quality Inspector Team Lead Job Description As a Quality Inspector Team Lead, you will be responsible for conducting audits and inspections to identify and address quality issues. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate quality issues to stakeholders, and lead a team of quality inspectors to ensure excellence throughout the product lifecycle. Responsibilities Conduct audits and inspections to identify and address quality issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the product lifecycle. Communicate quality issues and findings effectively to stakeholders. Participate in meetings and presentations to share information and updates. Lead and motivate a team of quality inspectors. Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to team members. Manage MRB meetings and review equipment calibration, validation, and maintenance records. Essential Skills Extensive experience in quality control, identifying and correcting defects through inspections and testing. Strong experience in quality assurance, maintaining a proactive process aimed at preventing defects. Experience in quality inspection, ensuring products meet quality standards. 3 years of leadership experience in manufacturing. Proficiency in using precision measuring tools like calipers, micrometers, and gauges. Familiarity with industry quality standards and regulations. Ability to interpret data and identify trends for quality improvement initiatives. Additional Skills & Qualifications Excellent visual acuity and ability to identify even minor defects. Clear and accurate record-keeping of inspection results. Effective communication skills with production personnel, quality management, and other stakeholders. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Why Work Here? Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, and paid time off. Work in a modern, air-conditioned facility with state-of-the-art technology in Mesa, Arizona. Be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and diversity-friendly environment that values entrepreneurial spirit and offers career advancement opportunities. Benefit from an employee assistance program and electric charging stations, while contributing to a green industry transformation. Work Environment The work environment requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and involves standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching as required. You must be able to climb portable ladders and use personal protection equipment. The role requires good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ 85212. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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 Mesa,AZ 85212. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 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. Company Description 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. Company Description 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.

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