Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Washington

Quality Control Inspector jobs in Washington are concentrated in the Seattle metro, Tacoma, and the Tri-Cities area, where aerospace manufacturing, food processing, and defense contracting generate consistent demand at every experience level from entry-level technician to senior lead inspector. Boeing, Amazon, and Paccar are among the large, established employers with ongoing quality control needs across the state. The most in-demand specialties are aerospace components inspection, food safety and HACCP compliance, and manufacturing process auditing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerJobot
Top cityEverett, WA
Cities hiring8
Work type100% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Dogwood Industries, LLC
Quality Control Inspector | Everett
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Dogwood Industries, LLC
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Quality Control Inspector | Everett
Dogwood Industries, LLC
Everett, Washington
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$28 - $38/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Jobot
Quality Control Inspector
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Jobot
Added 1w ago
Quality Control Inspector
Jobot
Mukilteo, Washington
Quality Control
$26.00 - $32.00/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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Concept Reality Inc.
Day Shift Quality Control Inspector Level I-III
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Concept Reality Inc.
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Day Shift Quality Control Inspector Level I-III
Concept Reality Inc.
Vancouver, Washington
Compliance & Risk
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$20 - $30/hr

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Alliance Industrial Group
Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector - Level II (UT/MT)
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Alliance Industrial Group
Added 2w ago
Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector - Level II (UT/MT)
Alliance Industrial Group
Ridgefield, Washington
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$30 - $40/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Quality Control Inspector
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Added 1mo ago
Quality Control Inspector
Orca Bay Seafoods
Seattle, Washington
Compliance & Risk
Construction Labor
Construction Management
Quality Control
$23 - $27/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Quality Control Inspector Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Everett
2 jobs
Seattle
1 job
Enumclaw
1 job
Mukilteo
1 job
Arlington
1 job
Vancouver
1 job
Marysville
1 job
Ridgefield
1 job

Quality Control Inspector Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jobot
Jobot1 open role
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Orca Bay Seafoods1 open role
Concept Reality
Concept Reality1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

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What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality control inspector jobs across Washington.

  • High school diploma or GED required, with preference for an associate degree in a technical field
  • Demonstrated experience with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards and internal audit procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
  • Experience with statistical process control methods and quality data documentation
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential preferred by many Washington manufacturing employers

Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality control inspector in Washington?

Washington does not require a state-issued license specifically for quality control inspectors, so the path typically starts with a high school diploma or technical certificate followed by on-the-job training in manufacturing, aerospace, or food processing. Many employers prefer candidates who hold an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential, which requires passing a national exam and is widely recognized by Washington manufacturers. Community colleges like Bellingham Technical College and South Puget Sound Community College offer relevant manufacturing technology programs.

Which companies hire quality control inspectors in Washington?

Companies currently hiring quality control inspectors in Washington include Jobot, Orca Bay Seafoods, and Concept Reality, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's strong aerospace, food production, and defense manufacturing sectors mean demand is spread across both large anchor employers and a network of regional suppliers and contract manufacturers.

Which Washington cities have the most quality control inspector jobs?

The cities with the most quality control inspector openings in Washington are Everett, Seattle, and Enumclaw. Seattle and Tacoma lead because of Boeing's production facilities and the broader aerospace supply chain concentrated in the Puget Sound region, while the Tri-Cities area drives additional volume through food processing plants and federal energy contractors at the Hanford Site.

Are there remote quality control inspector jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality control inspection is a fundamentally hands-on role that requires physical presence on a production floor, at a receiving dock, or at a supplier facility, so most positions are on-site by nature. About 0% of quality control inspector openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be documentation-heavy positions such as supplier auditor, quality systems coordinator, or remote document control specialist.

How can I get hired as a quality control inspector in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an inspection technician or production associate role with a Washington aerospace supplier or food manufacturer, where on-the-job training leads to a full inspector title. Boeing's supplier network in the Puget Sound region regularly onboards candidates from manufacturing technology programs at Renton Technical College or Shoreline Community College. Earning an ASQ Quality Process Analyst certificate gives candidates without direct inspection experience a recognized credential that many Washington employers accept in lieu of prior quality titles.

Where can I find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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