Composite Inspector

Envisage Recruitment Limited; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Envisage Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Composite Inspector in Bicester to join a quality‑focused manufacturing environment. You will perform visual and dimensional inspections on composite parts, ensuring conformance to drawings and specs while recording data and maintaining traceability.

You will work with production, engineering and quality teams, documenting non‑conformances and supporting continuous improvement and calibration of measuring equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality inspection roles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience inspecting composite components preferred.
• Ability to read CAD models.
• Proficient with measuring equipment (verniers, calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Familiarity with PPAP processes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out visual and dimensional inspections on composite parts and assemblies at all stages of manufacture.
• Check components against engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
• Record inspection results and maintain product and material traceability.
• Identify and document non-conformances (NCRs).
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions and rework activities.
• Assist with PPAP documentation and verification.
• Review measurement data and inspection reports for accuracy.
• Ensure measuring equipment is calibrated and used correctly.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Read engineering drawings & specs

Read CAD models

Measurement techniques

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Tools

Measuring equipment (verniers/calipers/micrometers/gauges)

CMM experience

PPAP documentation

Job description

Composite Inspector

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 15:15

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Composite Inspector - Excellent Opportunity in Bicester

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Composite Inspector to join a growing and established manufacturing business based in Bicester.

This is a hands‑on inspection and quality role, responsible for ensuring composite components and assemblies meet the required standards of quality, dimensional accuracy and customer specification.

You will work closely with production, engineering and quality teams, carrying out inspections, recording results and supporting continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced inspector looking to develop their career within a quality‑focused manufacturing environment.

The Role

As a Composite Inspector, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out visual and dimensional inspections on composite parts and assemblies at all stages of manufacture.
• Checking components against engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
• Recording inspection results accurately and maintaining full product and material traceability.
• Identifying and documenting non‑conformances (NCRs).
• Supporting root root cause investigations, corrective actions and rework activities.
• Supporting the preparation and verification of PPAP documentation.
• Reviewing measurement data, inspection reports and material traceability records.
• Ensuring measuring equipment is used correctly and remains within calibration.
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to support Right First Time (RFT) performance.
• Communicating inspection findings clearly and professionally.
• Following quality procedures x w. work instructions and 5 S standards.
• Supporting internal audits and continuous improvement activities.
• Assisting with quality data collection and reporting.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have experience in a composite manufacturing, aerospace, automotive or precision‑engineering environment.

You should have:

• Previous experience in quality inspection or a similar inspection role.
• A strong understanding of inspection and measurement techniques.
• Experience inspecting composite components would be highly desirable.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• The ability to work from CAD models.
• Competence using measuring equipment such as verniers/calipers, micrometers, gauges and other inspection equipment.
• CMM experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Familiarity with PPAP processes and documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems would be advantageous.
• A proactive attitude towards learning and continuous improvement.

Career Development

This position provides an opportunity to build on your existing inspection experience and develop further within the quality function.

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Composite Inspector, Quality Inspector or Quality Technician to join a quality-driven manufacturing environment with an attractive working pattern and genuine opportunities for career development.

If you have experience in composite inspection, quality control or a related precision‑engineering environment and are looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.