Goods Inwards Quality Inspector Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Goods Inwards Quality Inspector to join an established engineering and manufacturing business. This is a hands-on inspection role responsible for checking incoming components, materials and finished parts before they enter the production process. You''ll work closely with the Production, Engineering, Procurement and Warehouse teams to identify quality issues, prevent defective parts from reaching assembly and help maintain consistently high standards. The role would suit someone with previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment who enjoys a practical role and has a good eye for detail. This is not purely a cell-based quality role. You''ll be working directly with components and materials, carrying out inspections and, where required, undertaking basic rework and preparation of parts before they move into production. The Role As a Goods Inwards Quality Inspector, your responsibilities will include: Inspecting incoming components, materials and parts for quality and conformity. Carrying out visual, dimensional, quantity, finish and basic weld inspections. Checking components against engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions. Using measuring and inspection equipment to confirm dimensions and quality. Identifying defective, damaged or non-conforming parts. Recording non-conforming materials where ..... full job details .....