Mechanical Inspector

Jackie Kerr Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Inspector for a well-established manufacturing facility in the UK. You will perform quality inspections at all production stages, including first-off, FAIR, final inspection, pre-treatment and goods in/out, ensuring products meet technical specifications.

You will raise NCRs, prepare CoCs, participate in RCCA and 8D meetings, and use Net-Inspect and other quality systems.

Qualifications

• Experience performing quality inspections at multiple production stages (first-off, FAIR, final inspection, pre-treatment, goods in/out).
• Understanding dimensional and visual inspection techniques and how they translate to aerospace parts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality inspections at all stages of production, including first-off, FAIR, final inspection, pre-treatment and goods in/out.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections to ensure products meet required specifications.
• Raise purchase orders for subcontracted suppliers.
• Identify, report and manage non-conforming products by raising NCRs, labelling and containing defective parts.
• Communicate quality issues promptly to Quality Engineers and Production teams.
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in line with company procedures.
• Use customer quality systems and software, such as Net-Inspect.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific inspection requirements, including DSQR.
• Prepare and approve Certificates of Conformity (CoCs).
• Participate in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and 8D problem-solving meetings.

Skills

Quality inspections

Dimensional inspection

Visual inspection

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organised

Independent worker

Problem solving

Tools

Net-Inspect

Job description

Our well-established client is recruiting for a Mechanical Inspector to join their well-established manufacturing facility!

Mechanical Inspector Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out quality inspections at all stages of production, including first-off, FAIR, final inspection, pre-treatment and goods in/out
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections to ensure products meet required specifications
• Raise purchase orders for subcontracted suppliers
• Identify, report and manage non-conforming products by raising NCRs, labelling and containing defective parts
• Communicate quality issues promptly to Quality Engineers and Production teams
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in line with company procedures
• Use customer quality systems and software, such as Net-Inspect
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific inspection requirements, including DSQR
• Prepare and approve Certificates of Conformity (CoCs)
• Participate in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and 8D problem-solving meetings

Mechanical Inspector Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar Quality Inspection or Quality Control role
• Experience working in an engineering or manufacturing workshop, ideally within the aerospace industry
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good understanding of dimensional and visual inspection techniques
• Knowledge of quality control procedures, non-conformance reporting (NCRs) and FAIRs
• Understanding of aerospace quality standards and customer-specific requirements
• Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with Quality Engineers, Production teams and suppliers
• Able to maintain high standards of quality, process control and compliance
• Organised, methodical and capable of working independently