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Quality Inspector​/Machine Shop​/Engineering Quality Assurance

Job in Waverley, Cranleigh, Surrey County, GU6, England, UK
Listing for: AWD online
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
  • Quality Assurance - QA/QC
    Quality Control / Manager, Quality Technician/ Inspector, Quality Engineering, QA Specialist / Manager
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Quality Engineering, QA Specialist / Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 32914 - 34313 GBP Yearly GBP 32914.00 34313.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Quality Inspector / Machine Shop / Engineering Quality Assurance
Location: Waverley

Machine Shop Quality Inspector

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern precision engineering and manufacturing environment, carrying out quality inspection, CMM inspection, calibration and quality assurance activities to support high-specification component production.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

CMM Inspector, Quality Inspector (Manufacturing), Precision Engineering Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Technician, Quality Assurance, QA, Quality Control Technician

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Machine Shop Quality Inspector to join a busy and forward-thinking inspection department within a precision engineering environment.

As a Machine Shop Quality Inspector, you will play a key role in quality control and quality assurance, inspecting engineered components using manual measurement tools, CNC CMM machines and FARO arm equipment to ensure products meet exacting standards.

The Machine Shop Quality Inspector will support continuous improvement, contribute to inspection planning, and assist with modernisation and automation initiatives while working closely with production and quality teams.

This role offers a stable day-shift position within a modern manufacturing facility, with opportunities to support apprentices and influence inspection processes.

Salary

£32,914 - £34,313 per annum (£16.23 to £16.92 per Hour) + Profit Share Bonus Scheme + Benefits

Location

Catcliffe, Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Job Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours

Day Shift - 39 Hours per Week, 7am – 4pm Monday to Thursday, 7am – 12noon Friday

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Duties
  • Component Inspection: Inspecting small to large engineered manufactured components
  • Manual Measurement: Using micrometers, verniers, thread gauges and other measuring equipment
  • CMM And FARO Arm Use: Operating CNC CMM machines and FARO arm inspection equipment
  • First-Off Inspection: Completing first-off inspections directly at machines
  • Inspection Reporting: Managing and completing computerised customer inspection reports
  • Calibration

    Activities:

    Supporting calibration of inspection equipment
  • CMM Programming Support: Implementing method and setting sheets for CMM programmes
  • Quality Investigation: Overseeing and investigating internal rejects through to completion
  • Customer Interaction: Managing customer witness inspection visits
  • Department Organisation: Planning and organising inspection activities, equipment and patrol inspections
Candidate Requirements Essential
  • Proven experience using CMM and/or FARO arm inspection equipment
  • Previous experience within a precision engineering or manufacturing quality environment
  • Strong attention to detail with a methodical and organised approach
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team
  • Confident communication and planning skills
Desirable
  • Experience supporting apprentices or trainee inspectors
  • Exposure to offline CMM programming and use of 3D models
  • Knowledge of 5S or continuous improvement practices
Benefits
  • 32 days holiday including statutory entitlement
  • Enhanced pension contribution
  • Profit sharing bonus scheme
  • Regular overtime opportunities
  • Modern working environment with onsite parking
How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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