Goods In Inspector

TipTopJob; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable materials supplier in Huntingdon is seeking a Quality Inspector to manage inbound deliveries. Candidates should have engineering knowledge and prior experience in goods-in or warehousing. Key responsibilities include inspecting products against Purchase Orders and ensuring quality standards in a dynamic environment. Benefits include company healthcare, pension contributions, and 22 annual leave days.

Benefits

Company Healthcare

Company pension (5% company contribution)

Company sick pay

Critical illness cover

Life assurance cover

22 days annual leave, rising to 25

Free car parking

Social events during the year

Qualifications

• General knowledge of engineering component drawings.
• Experience with hand measuring equipment such as profile calipers and micrometers.
• Previous use of an ERP system or goods in computer system.

Responsibilities

• Inspect inbound goods against Purchase Orders.
• Enter data and complete sample inspection documents.
• Liaise with Team Leader regarding quality concerns.

Skills

General knowledge of engineering component drawings

Use of hand measuring equipment

Good maths and literacy skills

Attention to detail

Previous goods-in / warehouse experience

Education

Supportive technical craft qualification (NVQ Level 3+, HNC, City and Guilds)

Tools

ERP system

Profile projectors

Ultrasonic flaw detectors

XRF instruments

Job description

Overview

Location: Huntingdon

Salary: A GBP 26,780 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

A supplier of high quality metals and materials, the company specialises in the research and development sectors with a strong focus on science and industry. Their technical teams have worked on materials that have contributed to scientific breakthroughs in nuclear fusion, the fight against COVID-19, and have been used in probes that have travelled through space as far as Saturn. Established in London in 1946, the company now supplies materials globally and holds offices in the UK, France, Germany, USA and China. Today, backed by the prestigious Private Equity firm Battery Ventures, the company is on an exciting trajectory with a strong mergers and acquisitions strategy and ambitious goals to achieve their growth targets.

The Role

• Checking, receiving and signing for Inbound deliveries from couriers
• Inspecting the inbound goods against Purchase Orders and flagging any discrepancies using the Company’s operating system
• Checking quantity, weight, sizes and tolerances against information stated within a purchase order or a technical drawing
• Entering data and completing sample inspection documents
• Liaising with Team Leader or purchaser regarding any identified defects or concerns relating to quality
• Other ad hoc duties in other departments when there is demand for this (may involve marshalling stock items for packing or assisting with the packing of large bulk products and arranging for despatching)
• Inspecting / returning material to stock that has been returned from customers for assessment and investigation

Skills And Qualifications

• General knowledge of engineering component drawings and the use of hand measuring equipment such as profile calipers, micrometers and dial indicators
• Knowledge of any other inspection equipment, such as profile projectors, ultrasonic flaw detectors and XRF instruments would be an advantage but not essential (training can be provided)
• Supportive technical craft qualification (NVQ Level 3+, HNC, City and Guilds) in quality / engineering / craft / manufacturing / production would be desirable
• Previous use of an ERP system or goods in computer system
• Good maths, literacy and communication skills are essential as well as good attention to detail
• FLT licence would be desirable
• Good office-based PC skills
• Previous goods-in / warehouse experience

Benefits

• Company Healthcare
• Company pension (5 company contribution)
• Company sick pay
• Critical illness cover and life assurance cover
• 22 days annual leave, rising to 25
• Plus, a range of employee benefits provided through their insurances provider (Details will be provided)
• Free car parking
• Social events during the year

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.