Mechanical Inspector

601220
  • inside IR35
  • Bolton, England
  • Contract


Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Mechanical Inspector on a 12-month contract basis, located onsite in Bolton. This position involves certifying products, examining assemblies, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Certify the product in alignment with the product certification procedure
  • Examine for correct assembly
  • Inspect the finish of parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces, etc.
  • Inspect for physical damage
  • Perform intermediate inspection checks unrelated to product certification
  • Monitor product certification operators
  • Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack
  • Segregate defect items from good products
  • Raise and maintain relevant data records/defect reports
  • Produce relevant inspection/quality control documentation/history sheets
  • Care for and use specialised inspection tools
  • Maintain product certification and approval through regular audits
  • Ensure compliance with all manufacturing process procedures
  • Ensure inspection times are met
  • Possess a versatile skill set applicable across a range of tasks
  • Maintain high workmanship standards and product quality
  • Maintain a safe working environment
  • Adhere to a good housekeeping policy
  • Contribute to an environment focused on process improvement

Job Requirements:

  • Formal technical engineering or craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 or HNC
  • Experience as a skilled person in related fields.
  • IPC 610 certified or trained preferred
  • Understanding of SAP is desirable
  • Experience with Environmental Stress Screening Facilities (ESS) is advantageous


If you are a skilled Mechanical Inspector with experience in the Defence & Security sector and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Bolton.

Lizette Rocha Defence & Public Sector Consultant

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