Mechanical Inspector

Holt Engineering; Wareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business in Wareham is seeking a Quality Inspector to conduct various inspections on components and assemblies. The ideal candidate will have experience in an engineering setting, be confident in reading technical drawings, and skilled with measurement tools. This role involves close collaboration with teams and requires attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary and supportive work culture provided.

Qualifications

• Experience within an engineering or manufacturing setting.
• Confident reading engineering drawings.
• Skilled using measurement tools like micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Understanding of common machining processes like milling and turning.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out inspections on components and assemblies.
• Helping develop programs for automated measurement equipment.
• Working closely with engineering and production teams.
• Recording inspection data and identifying non-conforming parts.
• Providing feedback to help the team meet targets.

Skills

Experience in engineering or manufacturing

Reading engineering drawings

Using measurement tools

Understanding machining processes

Clear communication skills

Attention to detail

Using Microsoft Word and Excel

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Quality Inspector

Location: Wareham

Salary: £32,000-£35,000

We're supporting a well-established engineering business in Wareham that's looking to bring a new Quality Inspector into the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with precision components and wants to be part of a supportive, skilled engineering environment.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out first-off, roving, and final inspections on a variety of components and assemblies.
• Helping to develop programs and processes for automated measurement equipment.
• Working closely with engineering and production teams to resolve issues and support improvements.
• Recording inspection data, identifying non-conforming parts, and keeping documentation accurate.
• Providing feedback to help the team stay on track and meet targets.
• Supporting general admin, housekeeping, and upholding high quality and H&S standards.

What we're looking for

• Experience within an engineering or manufacturing setting.
• Confident reading engineering drawings and understanding technical information.
• Skilled using measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, etc.
• Understanding of common machining processes like milling and turning.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Strong attention to detail, organised working style, and confident problem-solving ability.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good awareness of Health & Safety practices.

It would be a bonus if you also have

• CMM programming experience (MCOSMOS).
• Vision system programming.
• Shaft scanning experience.
• A background in precision engineering inspection.
• Knowledge of assembly methods or gear hobbing.

Interested? If this sounds like a good fit, please send over your CV or get in touch with Rio on (phone number removed).