Inspector

Manpower UK Ltd; Ansty CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Inspector for a 6-month contract in Ansty Park, Coventry. The role requires inspecting components and assemblies to ensure they meet company quality standards. Candidates should have experience in engineering/manufacturing, preferably in aerospace, and be skilled in using inspection equipment. This opportunity involves working to tight deadlines while supporting continuous improvement initiatives, offering an hourly rate of £20.36, increasing to £21.07 once trained.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Experience as a quality inspector in aerospace preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components and assemblies to ensure conformity.
• Use a variety of inspection equipment efficiently.
• Raise non-conformance and quality notifications.

Skills

Inspection equipment usage

Reading engineering drawings

Good IT skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

1 year in engineering/manufacturing

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Title: Inspector

Contract: 6 Monts initially

Location: Ansty Park, Coventry

Rate: £20.36 / hour, increasing to £21.07 / hour once trained.

Shift pattern: 6am - 2pm (early finish Friday)

Overview

We are seeking a Quality Inspector to join our team for a 6-month contract. You will inspect a range of parts and assemblies, ensuring products conform to company procedures, quality standards, and customer specifications. This role involves using a variety of manual and machine inspection equipment, working to tight deadlines, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect components and assemblies using manuals, engineering drawings, work instructions, and inspection control plans
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to assess product conformity
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T) principles
• Use inspection equipment: calipers, micrometers, FARO arm, XRF technology, hardness testers, etc.
• Raise non-conformance and quality notification documentation with clear statements
• Operate ERP / data collection tools including SAP and Visual FAI
• Carry out and support Safety, Quality, TPM, and 5S activities
• Participate in and drive process improvement and problem-solving activities
• Conduct product / process audits and contribute to team improvement efforts
• Work to agreed production plans and ensure efficient product flow
• Attend shift briefings and other team meetings as required
• Maintain end-of-shift clean down to meet 5S standards
• Follow company policies and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement

Key Outputs

• Inspection of components in line with production schedules
• Clean and organized work area at the end of each shift
• Timely raising of safety or product concerns
• Support for continuous improvement and team problem-solving activities

Requirements

• Engineering apprenticeship (desirable) or relevant training / experience
• 1 year of experience in an engineering / manufacturing environment
• Experience as a quality inspector in aerospace (preferred)
• Ability to read / interpret engineering drawings
• Skilled in use of inspection / test equipment and measurement tools
• Good IT skills (SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Q-Pulse)
• SPC and GD&T trained
• IT literate and familiar with a variety of systems and databases
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of accountability and results orientation

To Apply

Send your CV and cover note highlighting relevant experience and skills for this contract opportunity