Quality Associate

Job Title:
Quality Associate
Job Description

The Quality Associate will work Monday to Friday with flexible shifts from 8 am to 5 pm or 9 am to 6 pm. The role involves performing measurements and controls on finished products and components, handling incoming inspection activities, non-conformity reporting, and calibration of measurement equipment. The position requires supporting continuous improvement projects and ensuring customer requirements are fulfilled.

• Perform measurements and controls on finished products and components.
• Handle incoming inspection activities and non-conformity reporting to suppliers.
• Handle calibration measurement equipment and conduct periodical controls for special processes.
• Support and manage continuous improvement projects in alignment with strategy.
• File and create code plates for finished units and verify data accuracy.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams, handling documentation and data entry.
• Stamp letters and numbers on metal nameplates using automated equipment.
• Compile, create, and distribute final documentation packages for completed testing.
• Review production documentation for quality and code compliance.
• Generate, copy, and distribute code nameplates and customer-requested quality compliance documentation.
• Retrieve and distribute archived documentation and perform final reviews.
• Process nonconformance reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Perform internal quality audits and reviews.

• Strong data review skills.
• Proficiency in measurement techniques and use of measurement equipment.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong time management and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is beneficial.

Enjoy working in a climate-controlled facility with an onsite cafeteria. The opportunity for career advancement exists, with a potential transition to a permanent position or another department. The company offers a supportive team environment where continuous improvement is encouraged.

The facility is ISO
9001 certified, clean, organized, and features a large manufacturing floor with clearly labeled sections. Employees will work closely with different production departments, requiring PPE in the warehouse, which may be removed in the office area. Initial training may start as early as 6 am with shifts likely from 7 am-4 pm or 8 am-5 pm.

This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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 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 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.