Mechanical Inspector (Nights)

Syntech Recruitment Ltd; Warwick; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three-day weekend every week

Permanent and contract opportunities

Job summary

Syntech Recruitment Ltd in Leamington Spa is seeking a Quality Inspector to join a precision engineering manufacturer on night shift. You will inspect small-batch, high-precision transmission components to tight tolerances and ensure they meet stringent quality standards.

The ideal candidate has hands-on measurement skills, a strong background in GD&T, and experience with micrometers and height gauges. Permanent and contract roles are available, with salary £39,000-£40,500 or £20.02/hour with

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector or similar in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience inspecting precision-machined components.
• Confident using manual measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges).
• Able to work independently with high accuracy and a right-first-time approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out dimensional and visual inspections of precision-engineered components.
• Inspect small-batch transmission components against drawings and specifications.
• Use manual measuring equipment to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing route cards.
• Perform bench and table inspections to ensure components meet standards.
• Identify non-conforming components and report discrepancies.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.
• Ensure inspections fit production timescales.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Independence

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Bore gauges

Height gauges

Mitutoyo software

CMM programming

Job description

Quality Inspector - Night Shift

Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Salary: £39,000 - £40,500 per annum (Permanent)

Contract Rate: £20.02 per hour (including 20% shift allowance)

Contract Type: Permanent or Contract

Shift: Monday - Thursday Nights

The Opportunity

Syntech Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Quality Inspector to join a leading precision engineering manufacturer based in Leamington Spa.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist manufacturing environment producing high-precision transmission components for the motorsport and aerospace industries.

The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting small-batch, precision-engineered components, ensuring they meet strict dimensional tolerances and quality standards.

We are looking for an experienced Inspector with a strong background in manual inspection, engineering drawings, geometric tolerances and precision measurement.

Salary & Benefits

• Permanent Salary: £39,000 - £40,500 per annum, including shift allowance
• Contract Rate: £20.02 per hour, including 20% night shift allowance
• Monday to Thursday night shifts
• Three-day weekend every week
• Permanent and contract opportunities available
• Additional company benefits for permanent employees

Quality Inspector Duties

• Carry out dimensional and visual inspections of precision-engineered components.
• Inspect small-batch transmission components against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Use a range of manual measuring equipment to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Interpret technical drawings, geometric tolerances (GD&T) and manufacturing route cards.
• Perform detailed bench and table inspection work to ensure components meet required standards.
• Identify and report non-conforming components and dimensional discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Ensure inspection activities are completed within required production timescales.

Quality Inspector Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Precision Inspector or Engineering Inspector.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience inspecting precision-machined components within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Confident using manual measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and height gauges.
• Experience carrying out detailed dimensional inspection and bench inspection work.
• Ability to work independently and maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and a right-first-time approach.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with production teams.
• Experience within motorsport, aerospace, automotive or precision engineering would be advantageous.
• CMM programming experience and knowledge of Mitutoyo software would be beneficial but are not essential.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required to meet production deadlines.