CMM Inspector

Location:

Chard

Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 DOE

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Hours:

Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 1:00pm

• Programme and operate CMM equipment, including Axiom, Azimuth, Extol and Baty systems.
• Carry out first‑off, in‑process, final and audit inspections on precision‑machined components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
• Produce inspection reports and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR/AS9102).
• Identify non‑conformances and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Work closely with CNC machining, production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer quality requirements.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains fully compliant.
• Support internal and external quality audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities across the manufacturing process.

• Previous experience within a CNC machining or precision engineering environment.
• Proven CMM programming and operating experience (essential).
• Strong understanding of precision machining processes and manufactured components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and bore gauges.
• Good IT skills and experience producing quality documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

• Permanent, full-time position on a day shift.
• Salary of £36,000 – £42,000, depending on experience.
• Modern, air‑conditioned manufacturing facility.
• Excellent working environment with high Health & Safety standards.
• Company pension scheme (3% employer contribution).
• 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Company sick pay scheme (after qualifying period).
• Long‑service holiday rewards.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Company events and on‑site canteen.