Goods Inward Inspector

Meritus Talent; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritus Talent is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to support goods-in and manufacturing processes in Bolton. You will inspect mechanical, machined and PCB components, read engineering drawings and ensure conformance to PO requirements and specs.

NVQ Level 3 and HNC/HND are essential, with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach. The role involves a 37-hour week, inside IR35, with pay starting at £29.02 per hour and rising to £30.38 per hour after 12 weeks.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 and HNC or HND.
• Experience inspecting mechanical/machined components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience recording non-conformances and preparing NCRs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed inspection of incoming components and manufactured parts.
• Verify products against drawings, specifications and contractual requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings and tolerances to ensure conformance.
• Perform first-off inspections and support production component approvals.
• Maintain inspection records and documentation in line with procedures.
• Identify non-conforming items and segregate to prevent use.
• Raise and manage non-conformance/defect reports.

Skills

Quality inspection

Engineering drawings

Dimensional tolerances

PCB inspection

Non-conformance handling

Education

NVQ Level 3

HNC or HND

Job description

QUALITY INSPECTOR - INSIDE IR35 - £29.02 PER HOUR (RISING TO £30.38 PER HOUR AFTER 12 WEEKS) - BOLTON - UNDERGO SC CLEARED - 12 MONTHS - LIKELY EXTENSION - MUST HAVE NVQ LEVEL 3 & HNC OR HND - GOODS IN EXPERIENCE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW

MERITUS are looking for a Quality Inspector to support Goods In processes from an apprenticeship qualified background e.g. must have NVQ Level 3 and a HNC or HND.

Hours: 37 Per Week

Extension: Likely

Clearance: Must be Eligible

Qualifications: Must have NVQ Level 3 & HNC or HND

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Quality Inspector to join our client's manufacturing and engineering operation.

This is a hands-on inspection role responsible for ensuring that mechanical, machined and electronic/PCB components meet specified quality standards, engineering drawings, purchase order requirements and contractual conditions.

The successful candidate will have a strong engineering inspection background and be confident interpreting engineering drawings, dimensional tolerances and manufacturing specifications. You will be responsible for inspecting incoming and manufactured components, identifying non-conformances and ensuring that only conforming product progresses through the manufacturing process.

This is not a purely goods-in or warehouse-based role. We are looking for someone with genuine technical inspection and quality experience within an engineering/manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed inspection and verification of incoming components, assemblies and manufactured parts against purchase orders, drawings, specifications and contractual requirements.
• Inspect and verify products to ensure they meet defined quality, dimensional and workmanship standards.
• Interpret and work confidently from engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances and technical documentation.
• Perform first-off inspections and support the verification and approval of production components.
• Carry out dimensional and visual inspection of machined and manufactured components.
• Examine component finishes to identify defects including poor finishing, painting defects, surface deterioration, damage and other workmanship issues.
• Undertake PCB/electronic inspection where required.
• Identify, document and control defective or non-conforming product.
• Segregate non-conforming items from approved product to prevent unintended use or further processing.
• Raise and maintain non-conformance/defect reports, ensuring issues are accurately recorded and appropriately controlled.
• Complete all relevant inspection, quality control and product verification documentation.
• Check and verify paperwork and certification associated with delivered components and products.
• Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with company procedures.
• Support the product verification and approval process through regular audits and checks.
• Ensure inspection activities are completed within the required timescales to support manufacturing and delivery schedules.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, procurement and suppliers to resolve quality issues and identify recurring defects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant quality procedures, manufacturing processes and company standards.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving workmanship standards and overall product quality.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in accordance with company health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of inspection and quality processes.

Essential Experience & Skills

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Quality Inspector, Engineering Inspector, Quality Control Inspector or similar within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience of inspection of mechanical/machined components.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances.
• Experience identifying and recording product defects and non-conformances.
• Experience completing inspection and quality documentation.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, workmanship standards and product quality requirements.
• Ability to work accurately and methodically, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work to defined inspection procedures and within required timescales.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams.
• A proactive approach to identifying quality issues and preventing defective product from progressing through the manufacturing process.
• Strong customer and quality focus.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing processes, priorities and working practices.