Forging Inspector

First Achieve Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A production company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Forge Inspector to ensure high-quality production across forging and machining areas. The role requires inspecting forged components, supporting production standards, and maintaining safety protocols. Ideal candidates will be time-served engineers with strong numerical ability and a commitment to quality. The position offers a salary of £38,432 per annum, with work hours in a 3-shift rotation.

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer with HNC.
• Strong numerical ability essential.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect forged components and machined parts.
• Support production with quality and accuracy.
• Conduct numerical checks using precision tools.

Skills

Numerical ability

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Education

HNC in Engineering

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Overview

Forge Inspector

Salary: £38,432 per annum

Hours: 37 per week (3-shift rotation)

Join our team as a Forge Inspector, ensuring high-quality production and safe, efficient operations across our forge and machining areas.

Responsibilities

• Inspect forged components, dies, templates and machined parts.
• Support production by maintaining quality, accuracy and delivery standards.
• Rotate across inspection areas including Hot Forge, Marking Off, Pipe Shop, Die and Aircraft Template checking.
• Carry out numerical checks and use precision measuring tools.
• Set up jigs and fixtures for machining operations.
• Identify process improvements and support continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping, including audits, risk assessments and equipment checks.
• Complete daily forklift and crane checks.
• Work flexibly across shifts and departments to meet business needs.
• Support training activities and identify any personal development needs.

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer (HNC).
• Strong numerical ability.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and quality systems.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments (desirable).
• Good problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

Shift pattern

• Monday-Thursday:
  • 6:00-14:00
  • 14:00-22:00
  • 22:00-06:00
• Friday:
  • 6:00-12:20
  • 12:20-18:40
  • 18:40-01:00

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship for this role