Quality Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: CMM Operator / Quality Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and technically skilled CMM Operator with strong Quality Inspection experience to join our growing team in Athens, AL. This role plays a key part in ensuring that our precision‑manufactured components meet the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment and has hands‑on experience with dimensional inspection tools, GD&T, and CMM programming or operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to perform dimensional inspections on production and prototype parts.
• Load, run, and verify CMM programs using platforms such as PC‑DMIS, Calypso, or similar software.
• Interpret CMM results and generate clear, accurate inspection reports.
• Maintain CMM equipment, ensuring calibration, cleanliness, and proper functionality.
• Perform first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, etc.).
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T symbols.
• Document non‑conformances and collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Support root‑cause analysis and corrective action activities when defects or deviations occur.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in reading specifications and part prints.
• Experience with quality control and assurance.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to inspect products for various quality issues.
• Experience with ERP systems and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of ISO and FDA documentation requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CMM or vision machines is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with different departments.

Why Work Here?

Join our team to work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and development. We value work-life balance and provide a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

The role will initially involve training on the day shift for 2-3 months before transitioning to the second shift. Day shift hours are 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday. Second shift hours are 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., with a pay differential for working this shift. Additionally, weekend shifts are available, with day hours from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and night hours from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., both offering 40 hours of pay.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, AL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Athens,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 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 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.

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.