Quality Inspector / Quality Technician
£18.49 per hour (PAYE)
39 Hours per Week | On-Site Role | Immediate Start Available
Initial 3-6 Month Contract with Strong Potential for Extension and Permanent Employment
We are recruiting for an experienced Quality Inspector / Quality Technician to join a leading precision engineering manufacturer. This is a fully site-based position, working within a busy CNC machining environment, inspecting high-precision components and ensuring the highest standards of quality are maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
This role is initially offered on a 3-6 month contract basis, however there is a strong likelihood of extension and the potential for a permanent opportunity for the right individual.
Working Hours
- 39 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:30pm
- Friday: 7:00am - 12:00pm
- 100% on-site role, 5 days per week
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out first-off inspections on initial production components to verify compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Conduct in-process patrol inspections throughout production to ensure ongoing product conformity.
- Perform final inspections on completed parts prior to dispatch.
- Undertake precision dimensional inspections using a variety of measuring equipment including:
- CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
- Shadowgraphs
- Surface Roughness Testers
- Height Gauges
- Thread Gauges
- Micrometres
- Vernier Calipers
- Verify raw material documentation including mill reports, heat numbers, Certificates of Conformance and special process certifications such as anodising and heat treatment.
- Inspect supplier and subcontractor components against technical drawings and purchase order requirements.
- Raise and complete Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
- Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
- Maintain accurate quality records and inspection documentation.
- Support compliance with ISO 9001 quality management systems and internal quality procedures.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience working within a CNC machine shop, precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings and dimensional inspection techniques.
- Experience using a range of precision measuring and inspection equipment.
- Knowledge of First Article Inspection reporting
- Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems and documentation requirements.
- Experience reviewing material certifications and manufacturing quality records.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent attention to detail with a proactive and methodical approach to quality.
