Mechanical Inspector

Syntech Recruitment Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in the UK seeks a skilled Mechanical Inspector to join an engineering firm in Woking. You will inspect machined and cast components, ensuring quality throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will have inspection experience, knowledge of engineering drawings, and be proficient with CMMs. This permanent role offers a salary of up to £42,000, along with benefits such as flexible hours and private medical care.

Benefits

Free parking

Gym access

Private medical care

Pension scheme

Training and progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' inspection experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing.
• Proficient with CMMs and non‑contact measurement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting a wide range of components and conducting dimensional checks.
• Creating CMM programmes and inspecting CNC-machined components.
• Producing FAIRs and other inspection documentation.

Skills

Inspection experience

Understanding of engineering drawings

CMM proficiency

First Article Inspection Reports

Strong communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

DTIs

Height gauges

Surface plates

Job description

Mechanical Inspector

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum + Overtime potential

Location: Woking

Hours: 40 hours per week, flexible working within core company hours

Contract: Permanent

Overtime: Available

We’re supporting a long-established engineering and manufacturing business in Woking who are seeking a skilled Mechanical Inspector to join their Quality team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced inspector who enjoys hands‑on work, varied inspection tasks, and being closely involved with machine shop operations.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a salary of up to £42,000


• Overtime available


• Flexible working hours within the company’s core hours


• Excellent on-site facilities including free parking, gym access and wellbeing activities


• Private medical, pension scheme and other benefits (subject to company policy)


• Strong focus on personal development, training and progression

Mechanical Inspector Role

You’ll be responsible for inspecting a wide range of machined, cast, moulded and plated components, carrying out dimensional, visual and functional checks across all stages of the manufacturing process. Key duties include:

• Inspecting components using first‑principle measurement techniques


• Creating CMM programmes and inspecting CNC‑machined components


• Conducting roving, inter‑stage, machine shop first, and final inspections


• Producing FAIRs, Control Plans and other inspection documentation


• Verifying supplier first shipments and high‑risk supplied materials


• Updating the ERP system and providing feedback to internal teams


• Ensuring safe working practices and maintaining high housekeeping standards

Mechanical Inspector Profile

• Minimum 3 years’ inspection experience within a manufacturing environment


• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing


• Proficient with CMMs (e.g., Aberlink Axiom) and non‑contact measurement techniques


• Skilled in using micrometers, verniers, DTIs, height gauges, surface plates and other first‑principles equipment


• Confident generating First Article Inspection Reports and Control Plans


• Experience working within ISO 9001 environments (desirable)


• Mechanical Engineering qualification beneficial


• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple departments

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