Bilingual Quality Technician

Quality Technician & Production Planner Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician & Production Planner to join our manufacturing team. This dual-purpose role involves working closely with the current managers to ensure automotive floor mats meet high-quality standards while coordinating production schedules. You will be a key presence on the factory floor, monitoring processes and ensuring product quality. Responsibilities Conduct regular inspections of raw materials and finished automotive floor mats for quality compliance. Perform routine plant and factory walkthroughs to monitor quality and safety. Collaborate with the production team to communicate quality requirements clearly. Document quality findings and track defect rates to improve manufacturing processes. Conduct routine workstation audits to ensure machinery is properly calibrated, standard operating procedures (SOPs) are being followed, and control plans are maintained. Assist the plant supervisor in production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand. Create daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts, sales orders, and plant capacity. Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages or excesses and release manufacturing orders. Collaborate with procurement, warehousing, logistics, and sales to align material availability with customer delivery expectations. Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to troubleshoot quality-deficient products, support root cause analysis, and suggest process improvements. Train and guide production line operators on proper quality procedures and protocols. Essential Skills Inspection Quality control Documentation Reporting Process auditing Production scheduling Inventory planning Material planning Bilingual - Spanish/English proficiency Quality assurance Use of Calipers and Micrometers Blueprint reading Additional Skills & Qualifications 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (Quality or Planning preferred). Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product inconsistencies. Intermediate or expert proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to work on the factory floor and move throughout the facility during shifts. Why Work Here? Enjoy a great work-life balance with a flexible schedule. Benefit from a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and acknowledged. Work Environment This role is based in a manufacturing environment. Work hours are from 7am-3:30pm Monday to Friday, promoting a healthy work-life balance. The facility is focused on providing a conducive atmosphere for productivity and employee satisfaction. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dalton, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Dalton,GA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.