An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Inspector to join a well-established precision engineering business manufacturing high-precision, safety-critical components.

Working within the Quality team, you will be responsible for inspecting precision-engineered components, ensuring they meet customer specifications and quality standards before release to production or the customer.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspection of precision-engineered components.
• Programming and operating CMM equipment as part of the inspection process.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
• Producing and reviewing inspection reports and First Article Inspection Reports (AS9102).
• Supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions relating to non-conforming products.
• Working closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to maintain quality standards.
• Ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
• Maintaining calibration records and measurement traceability.
• Supporting internal and external audits and continuous improvement activities.

About You

You''ll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector within precision engineering, machining or aerospace.
• Experience programming and operating CMM equipment.
• A good understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience completing First Article Inspection Reports (AS9102).
• Competence using inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges and shadowgraphs.
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to inspection.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable

• Engineering or Quality qualification or apprenticeship.
• Experience within a machining or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of SPC, MSA and continuous improvement techniques.
• Experience of NADCAP, ISIR, FAI or PPAP.

Salary & Benefits

• £33,000 - £36,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Pension scheme.
• Healthcare scheme.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Modern working environment.
• Opportunity to join a growing precision engineering business with long-term career prospects.

If you have experience in quality inspection within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment and are looking for your next opportunity, we''d be pleased to hear from you.

Apply today!

Pivotal Recruit, a brand of Pivotal Partnerships Ltd, is acting as an Employment Agency and advertising for this vacancy on behalf of their client.