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Aerotek Inspector / Fabrication in Kansas City, Missouri
Job Title: Inspector
Job Description
This role focuses on performing thorough quality inspections and tests on finished metal products in a manufacturing environment. The inspector uses hand and power tools daily, handles and lifts metal components, and ensures that all products meet established quality standards. Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills are essential to succeed in this position.
Responsibilities
Perform detailed quality inspections on finished metal products to ensure they meet specified standards and requirements.
Conduct quality tests using appropriate tools and methods to verify product accuracy and performance.
Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively during inspection and testing activities.
Carry, move, and lift metal products as part of the inspection and general labor process.
Document inspection results accurately and maintain organized records of quality checks.
Identify nonconforming products and communicate issues clearly to the appropriate personnel.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area to support efficient inspection and manufacturing operations.
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with metal products, tools, and equipment.
Essential Skills
Experience performing quality inspection and quality control in a manufacturing or shop environment.
Ability to use calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools for accurate inspections.
Hands-on experience with metal fabrication or metal finishing processes.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify defects or inconsistencies in finished products.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
Good organizational skills to manage inspection tasks and documentation.
Physical ability to lift, move, and handle metal products throughout the shift.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Any certifications related to manufacturing or quality control are a plus.
Previous experience in manufacturing inspection or quality check roles.
Familiarity with general shop practices and safety procedures in a production environment.
Why Work Here?
Join a stable manufacturing environment where you can work with your hands, develop technical inspection skills, and contribute directly to the quality of finished products. You will work a consistent daytime schedule during the week, supporting a healthy work-life balance. The role offers the opportunity to grow your experience with metal products, measuring tools, and shop practices, while being part of a team that values reliability, safety, and attention to detail.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Kansas City,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.