Quality Inspector

Our client is recruiting for an experienced Quality Inspector to join a busy manufacturing/engineering environment. This is a hands-on inspection role responsible for ensuring manufactured components meet the required drawings, specifications, tolerances and quality standards throughout the production process.

The successful quality inspector will carry out First-Off, In-Process and Last-Off inspections, working closely with production, engineering and quality teams to identify and resolve quality issues.

• Carry out First-Off inspections to verify components are correct before full production runs commence.
• Perform In-Process inspections throughout manufacturing to ensure components remain within specified tolerances.
• Complete Last-Off inspections at the end of production runs to confirm continued conformity.
• Inspect manufactured components against engineering drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Accurately measure dimensional and geometric features using a variety of inspection equipment and hand-held measuring tools.
• Use equipment such as verniers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, thread gauges, plug gauges, surface tables and other precision measuring instruments.
• Record inspection results accurately and maintain the required quality documentation and traceability.
• Identify and report non-conforming components, dimensional issues and manufacturing defects.
• Work closely with machine operators and production personnel to address quality concerns and prevent further non-conforming parts being produced.
• Support investigations into quality issues and contribute to corrective actions where required.
• Ensure measuring and inspection equipment is used correctly and remains within calibration requirements.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, attention to detail and housekeeping within the inspection area.
• Follow company quality procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant industry standards.

• Experience carrying out First-Off, In-Process and Last-Off inspection.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.
• A good understanding of dimensions, tolerances and geometric requirements.
• Experience using a range of precision measuring equipment, including verniers and micrometers.
• Previous experience inspecting machined or manufactured components.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make accurate inspection decisions.
• Good record-keeping and documentation skills.
• The confidence to communicate quality issues effectively with production and engineering teams.
• A practical, methodical approach to problem-solving.