Manufacturing Quality Inspector

Rubicon Consulting; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Inspector for a 3-month contract in Stafford. This role involves monitoring production cycles to ensure safety and quality compliance, inspecting products, and documenting results. The ideal candidate has experience in electromechanical manufacturing, familiarity with quality control standards, and is detail-oriented. Offering a collaborative environment, the position emphasizes sound decision-making and continuous improvement in quality processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in an electromechanical manufacturing environment.
• Desirable knowledge in Lean or TQM.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting products at different production stages to identify defects.
• Using precision measuring instruments for verification.
• Reading and understanding technical drawings and specifications.
• Suggesting adjustments to improve product quality.
• Documenting inspection results in reports and logs.

Skills

Knowledge of quality control standards

SAP experience

Detail oriented

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

HND/HNC or Certified Quality Engineer

Job description

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Quality Inspector on a 3‑month contract, based in Stafford.

Role Summary

This is a visible role where you will demonstrate high energy, be a team player with a can‑do spirit, be detail orientated, and want to have influence on business outcomes.

The Quality Inspector will monitor the entire production cycle (from receiving materials to shipping final product) to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards specified by the company. They will maintain a safe and clean work environment by following company standards/procedures and complying with legal regulations. This role involves documenting findings, reporting defects, and working closely with production teams to address quality issues.

It is a fast‑paced environment where sound decision making under pressure within the SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) framework will be required.

Responsibilities

1. Inspecting products and identifying defects: Conduct inspections on products at different stages of production, including raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods. Detect and document any defects or deviations from specifications.
2. Measuring and inspection: Use precision measuring instruments (micrometres, vernier callipers) and inspection equipment to verify product dimensions, functionality, and safety.
3. Interpreting technical drawings/specifications: Read and understand technical drawings and specifications to ensure products meet the required standards.
4. Continuous improvements: Suggest adjustments to the production process to improve product quality.
5. Reporting: Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizing re‑work and waste costs, and inputting data into quality databases.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in an electromechanical manufacturing environment or in a similar role.
• Desirable: HND/HNC or Certified Quality Engineer.
• Desirable: Lean or TQM.

Skills

• Knowledge of quality control standards, methodologies and tools.
• SAP experience.
• Detail orientated and results‑driven.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time.