Assembler / Inspector - Quality Team

Gi Group; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group in Ruislip is seeking an assembler/inspector to join the Quality Team. This entry-level shopfloor role focuses on basic assembly and self-inspection to ensure parts meet defined standards, following clear procedures with minimal decision-making. You'll use basic measurement tools, report defects, keep a clean, safe working area, and support Quality Inspectors as needed.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm, and pay is £13 per hour. There is no direct customer interaction.

Qualifications

• Basic assembly skills and ability to follow standard procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and careful workmanship.
• Good numeracy and measurement understanding for quick checks.
• Able to work with clear work instructions and assemble parts.
• Team player willing to learn and support the Quality team.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic assembly tasks in line with work instructions.
• Conduct self-inspection of assembled parts against specifications.
• Carry out simple measurements using rulers and gauges.
• Follow SOPs and quality standards at all times.
• Identify and report defects to Supervisors/Quality Inspectors.
• Support Quality Inspectors with basic inspection tasks when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Skills

Basic assembly

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Numeracy & measurement

Team player

Tools

NCR/CAPA

Job description

We're looking for an Assembler / Inspector to join our Quality Team in Ruislip. This is an entry-level, shopfloor position focused on completing basic assembly work and carrying out self-inspection to ensure parts meet defined standards. You'll work to clear procedures and instructions, with minimal decision-making responsibility, escalating issues as needed.

Location: Ruislip, London

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay: £13 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform basic assembly tasks in line with work instructions and production requirements
• Conduct self-inspection of assembled parts to confirm compliance with specifications
• Carry out simple measurements using basic tools (e.g., rulers, gauges)
• Follow standard operating procedures and quality standards at all times
• Identify and report defects or irregularities to Supervisors / Quality Inspectors
• Support Quality Inspectors (QI) with basic inspection tasks when required
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment

Quality Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the quality of your own work through self-checks
• Ensure outputs meet defined specifications and standards
• Escalate quality concerns promptly to the appropriate personnel

Safety & Workplace Standards:

• Promote safe working practices within inspection/production areas
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
• Report unsafe conditions immediately and support corrective actionsProblem Solving & Customer Interaction

Problem Solving & Customer Interaction

• Minimal problem-solving required-issues outside basic checks are escalated
• No direct customer interaction

What We're Looking For

Skills & Competencies

• Basic mechanical assembly skills
• Strong attention to detail for simple inspection tasks
• Ability to follow instructions and standard procedures
• Basic numeracy and measurement understanding
• Team player with a willingness to learnTechnical Knowledge (desirable)

Technical Knowledge (desirable)

• Awareness of quality systems and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with NCR, CAPA, and audit processes
• Exposure to quality tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, and basic data analysis

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