Quality Inspector

Echelon Engineers is recruiting a Quality Inspector for a well-established engineering and manufacturing business. You will ensure incoming parts and finished goods meet specification and quality standards across the full supply chain, from goods in through to final despatch.

• Inspect incoming parts and materials against technical drawings and specifications
• Evaluate fabricated, machined, and secondary-processed components
• Conduct supplier audits and inspect work-in-progress at supplier sites
• Inspect assembled products and finished goods prior to despatch
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare quality reports
• Identify recurring quality issues and support CAPA processes
• Liaise with Purchasing, Stores, Engineering, Assembly, and Despatch teams

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Good knowledge of machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes
• Experienced with micrometres, digital callipers, height gauges, and surface roughness equipment
• Solid understanding of quality standards and inspection methodologies
• Meticulous attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
• Quality assurance or inspection experience (advantageous)
• ISO 9001 knowledge (advantageous)