Inspection Operative

Optimum Talent Acquisition; Daventry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement

Training and development

Supportive culture

Product discounts

Free fruit

Health checks

Job summary

Optimum Talent Acquisition in Daventry, Northamptonshire, is seeking an Inspection Operative. The role offers a £26,470 annual salary, full-time permanent contract, and double day shifts (alternating early and late shifts) in a manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will inspect printed materials, identify defects, and set up inspection equipment to ensure high-quality products are produced before dispatch. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in printing or manufacturing environments
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach
• Ability to follow procedures, manuals and quality standards
• Good teamwork and safety-first mindset
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Carrying out visual and physical inspections of printed materials for quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Identifying and reporting any defects such as misregistration, colour variation, smudging, or incorrect content.
• Setting up multiple slitter units.
• Setting up and running a 100% visual inspection unit.
• Splicing rolls together in line with customer specifications.

Skills

Printing/manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Procedures adherence

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Tools

Defect detection tools

Job description

Job Title: Inspection Operative
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Salary: £26,470
Hours: Double Day Shift (alternating early and late shifts)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-focused Inspection Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business producing high-quality printed products. This role is ideal for someone with a sharp eye for detail who takes pride in ensuring every product meets the highest quality standards before it leaves the factory.

You'll be inspecting printed materials, spotting even the smallest inconsistencies, and setting up equipment to keep production running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out visual and physical inspections of printed materials for quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Identifying and reporting any defects such as misregistration, colour variation, smudging, or incorrect content.
• Setting up multiple slitter units.
• Setting up and running a 100% visual inspection unit.
• Splicing rolls together in line with customer specifications.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience working in printing or manufacturing environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Ability to follow procedures, manuals, and quality standards.
• Good teamwork skills and a safety-first mindset.
• Basic computer skills.

Desirable:

• Previous quality control or print inspection experience.
• Familiarity with defect detection tools.
• Ability to read and interpret job specs, artwork, and production instructions.

What's in it for You

• Competitive salary.
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team culture.
• Employee perks and product discounts.
• Free weekly fruit and annual health checks