Final Inspector

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Sheffield seeks a diligent Final Inspector to ensure products meet strict quality and safety standards. The role includes performing detailed inspections, utilizing precision tools, and maintaining quality documentation. Essential qualifications include a Fork Lift Truck Licence and attention to detail, with a competitive benefits package including annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

5% employer pension contribution

Performance-related bonus

Health Cash Plan

Access to gyms and fitness apps

Free workwear and PPE

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include Fork Lift Truck Licence and Slinging/Crane Operation Qualification.
• Attention to detail and manual handling capability are crucial.
• Visual Inspection Experience/Qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections on finished products.
• Check products against engineering drawings and customer requirements.
• Record inspection results and maintain quality documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual handling ability

Education

Fork Lift Truck Licence

Slinging /Crane Operation Qualification

Tools

Precision tools

Job description

Final Inspector – Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd.

We are looking for a diligent and detail‑oriented Final Inspector to join our team at Independent Forgings and Alloys, a leading provider of high integrity, critical components to demanding global industries such as Aerospace, Oil and Gas, Power Generation, Off Highway and Industrial Processing. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving organisation which prioritises the rich heritage of our work, and our fantastic workforce at the heart of all decision making, alongside our ambition to become the greatest forge in the world. The Final Inspector plays a vital role in ensuring all finished products meet our strict quality, safety, and customer specifications before dispatch.

Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Production Lead in our Non‑Destructive Testing Department (NDT) you will ensure all finished products meet the required quality, dimensional, and safety standards before dispatch, maintaining IFA’s reputation for excellence and customer satisfaction. This is a days‑based position, working 37 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime and a competitive benefits package.

A typical day may include:

• Carrying out detailed visual and dimensional inspections on finished products


• Marking components using the PortaDot stamping machine and Vibro Etch system


• Checking products against engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements


• Using a range of precision tools to check dimensions, verify tolerances, confirm accuracy and assess surface finish for irregularities


• Recording inspection results and completing all relevant quality documentation


• Identifying and reporting any non‑conformance


• Packaging of products ready for despatch


• Ensuring all inspection activities are carried out safely and in line with IFA procedures


• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and helping to maintain ISO quality standards


• Operating in accordance with the company’s Operating System, attending daily DSUM meetings and contributing to visual management boards by providing timely and accurate updates on workload status, task completion and any issues affective delivery.

Qualifications / Skills

Essential

• Fork Lift Truck Licence


• Slinging /Crane Operation Qualification


• Attention to detail


• Manual handling ability

Desirable

• Visual Inspection Experience / Qualifications

About Independent Forgings

Independent Forgings and Alloys (IFA) is one of Britain’s leading independent aerospace and industrial forgers. The unique feature about IFA is the combination of open and closed‑die forging while also undertaking the whole production process from raw material to the finished product in one location. Operating from a 680 000ft2 facility in Sheffield, we manufacture high‑integrity, open‑die and closed‑die forged components in nickel alloy, titanium, stainless steel and carbon alloys for customers and tier‑one suppliers within the aerospace, nuclear, power generation, marine as well as oil and gas sector.

Why work for us?

At IFA we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As one of the UK’s leading forge manufacturing companies we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the right people to deliver a world class service to the company and our customers.

We offer you:

• Holidays: 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.


• Pension Scheme: We are committed to helping you plan for the future, with a 5% employer contribution to your pension.


• Bonus Scheme: Performance‑related bonus linked to both team and company achievements.


• Westfield Health Cash Plan: Level 1 cover, including access to a wide range of discounts and special offers — from gyms and fitness centres to online, high street, and grocery retailers.


• Wellhub: Access to local gyms and a variety of fitness and wellbeing apps to support a healthy lifestyle.


• Free Workwear and PPE: All necessary clothing and protective equipment provided.


• High Quality Professional Development: Genuine opportunities for training, growth, and career progression within the business.

We are a community built on expertise, respect, and a shared commitment to making a difference through the work we do. If you take pride in quality, precision, and teamwork, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a highly skilled team delivering excellence in manufacturing.