Quality Inspector

Location: Quedgeley

Quality Inspector
Gloucestershire - Permanent – Full time – Days
Responsibilities:
 
Carry out inspection activities on raw materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
Perform first-off, in-process and final inspections against engineering drawings and customer specifications.
Complete goods-inward inspections and verify supplier-provided components meet required standards.
Conduct dimensional inspections using a range of conventional measuring equipment.
Support the creation and completion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and associated documentation.
Accurately record inspection findings and maintain quality records for traceability and audit purposes.
Identify non-conforming products and work with production teams to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions.
Assist with internal quality audits and support compliance with relevant quality management systems.
Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve quality concerns and improve product conformity.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by analysing inspection data and identifying opportunities for process enhancement.
Ensure all inspection equipment is maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose.
Contribute to the development of inspection procedures, work instructions and quality documentation.  Person:
 
Previous experience within a Quality Inspection role in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspections.
Knowledge and experience of FAIR creation and quality documentation requirements.
Competent using a range of measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other precision inspection tools.
Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), with programming experience advantageous.
Good understanding of quality systems and inspection processes.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve quality issues.
Excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate inspection records.
Effective communication skills and ability to work closely with production, engineering and quality teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirables:

Experience with in precision engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive or similar regulated industries.
Familiarity with ISO
9001 and other recognised quality management systems.
Internal auditing experience or training.
Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies.  Benefits:
 
Company pension scheme.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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