Test Technician/Quality Control

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

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Test Technician/Quality Control Job Description The Test Technician/Quality Control position involves inspecting products and assisting in meeting schedules and completing assignments as directed. You will work in a job shop-oriented environment on multiple product types and have the opportunity to build on your technical knowledge and experience from working on mechanical, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic assemblies. Responsibilities Visually verify product compliance with customer and company specifications. Functionally verify product performance against defined test criteria. Utilize hand and power tools, electronic and pneumatic testing fixtures, and devices. Complete department work assignments in a timely manner. Create rework instructions or redline documentation and communicate corrective action directions to the appropriate parties when necessary. Shift work assignment priorities as needed and as directed. Maintain organization of tools and workstation cleanliness. Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills Good mechanical assembly aptitude. Ability to document inspection findings, redline, and communicate corrections. Good hand/eye coordination required. Ability to read and understand Bills of Materials, drawings, sketches, and test instructions. Good understanding of the English language and ability to communicate effectively. High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience. 1-2 years of progressive assembly experience. Moderate knowledge of tools and power tools. Experience in pneumatic testing, testing with automatic test equipment, troubleshooting, writing C of C, gathering data, and inspection of materials and components. 3-5 years of successful Test Technician experience. Ability to read schematics and drawings. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication with engineers. Computer proficiency with Excel experience. ERP experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications Blueprint, electrical, test, quality assurance, quality control, pneumatics/electrical testing, SMC, LAM, AMAT, BD Biosciences, CDA testing, QC, inspection. 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience in technical electrical work. 2 years of experience in electrical testing with test instruments. Or no degree with 5 years of technical experience. Mechanical assembly experience. Experience with hand and power tools. Experience with electrical and electronic blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. Ability to perform assembly, wiring, and tests as needed. Computer skills and experience in Excel, data entry, organization, and technical reporting from data sets. High voltage experience (240v) from testing devices/equipment, maintenance, repair, or installations. Experience with ANSI, ISO 9001, and/or ISO standards. Why Work Here? We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 40 hours of vacation after 2000 regular hours worked, paid holiday after 1500 regular hours worked, and sick pay after 90 days. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are effective from the 1st of every month. Work Environment The physical demands of this job require occasional standing, walking, sitting, using hands to handle or feel objects, reaching with hands and arms, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, tasting, or smelling. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment exposes the employee to weather conditions prevalent at the time, and the noise level is usually minimal. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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 Newark,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 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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