Mechanical Inspector - Nights

HR GO Recruitment; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to join a precision engineering team on a night shift. The role focuses on inspecting high-precision components using manual methods and existing CMM programs, with training provided for minor edits rather than full programming.

Ideal candidates have a solid precision inspection background, are confident reading drawings (GD&T knowledge is a plus), and can work with established routines. UK right to work is required and overtime is premium-rate.

Qualifications

• Solid inspection background in precision engineering/manufacturing (mid-skill level).
• Confident reading engineering drawings; GD&T knowledge beneficial.
• Experience operating a CMM in a production/inspection environment (PC-DMIS helpful but not essential).
• Full CMM programming is not required; training can be provided for minor edits if needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined parts/assemblies to engineering drawings and quality requirements.
• Carry out manual inspection using gauges, micrometres, verniers/calliper's, bore gauges and other precision equipment.
• Operate CMM equipment to confirm product conformity (running proven programs, setting up parts/fixtures, checking results).
• Complete and review inspection paperwork including FAIRs.
• Raise/record non-conformances and support investigations with Production/Engineering.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement on quality issues.

Skills

CMM inspection

Manual inspection

GD&T knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

FAIRs (First Article Inspection)

Tools

PC-DMIS

Job description

Mechanical Inspector (CMM Operator & Manual) - Night Shift - Permanent

A great opportunity for a Mechanical Inspector to join an established and growing precision engineering company. You'll be inspecting high-precision, complex components using manual methods and CMM-focused on running/operating existing CMM programs rather than programming from scratch. Strong team environment, training support and premium-rate overtime available.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect machined parts/assemblies to engineering drawings and quality requirements
• Carry out manual inspection using gauges, micrometres, verniers/calliper's, bore gauges and other precision equipment
• Operate CMM equipment to confirm product conformity (running proven programs, setting up parts/fixtures, checking results)
• Complete and review inspection paperwork including First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Raise/record non-conformances and support investigations with Production/Engineering
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement on quality issues

What we're looking for

• Solid inspection background in precision engineering/manufacturing (mid-skill level)
• Confident reading engineering drawings; GD&T knowledge beneficial
• Experience operating a CMM in a production/inspection environment (PC-DMIS helpful but not essential)
• Comfortable making basic set-up adjustments and following existing routines; full CMM programming is not required (training can be provided for minor edits if needed)
• Reliable, methodical approach and able to work a night shift Permanent role with salary dependent on experience.
• You must have current UK right to work. Visa sponsorship is not available.