Parts Inspector

Fusion People; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Burton-on-Trent is seeking a Parts Cleaner/Inspector to ensure the proper cleaning, inspection, and sorting of parts for refurbishment or disposal. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in the rail or automotive industry, possess NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, and demonstrate mechanical problem-solving skills. This role requires compliance with health and safety standards and offers a minimum 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience in relevant rail or automotive industry.
• Be practical mechanically oriented.
• Recognized NDT qualification or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure parts are cleaned, inspected, and sorted for refurbishment.
• Load/unload parts into cleaning machines.
• Inspect for signs of damage/wear.
• Report any near misses.
• Adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental instructions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical orientation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Parts Cleaner

Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire ( Barton Under Needwood)

Duration: Min 3 months

Afternoons: Monday to Thursday 2.30pm to 1am

We are currently recruiting for a Parts Cleaner/Inspector for an ongoing contract based in the Burton-on-Trent area for an engineering client.

Candidates must have own transport due to site location.

The role of the Parts Cleaner/Inspector is to ensure that all parts are cleaned, inspected and sorted for refurbishment, re-use or disposal. Also, to ensure parts are processed in a safe manner, to the correct standard and accordance with the production schedule.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• General cleaning and preparation of engine, transmission and raft parts using manual tools, dual acting sander (DA) scrapers, etc.
• Load / unload parts into cleaning machines.
• Follow the relevant working instructions / process plans etc.
• Inspect for signs of damage/wear.
• Disassemble parts for re-use/deep cleaning.
• Record acceptance or rejection of parts on inspection report.
• Identify structural and material defects.
• Interpret and present findings of faults.
• Understand the production schedule, and work closely with production and engineering to build a schedule that delivers minimum interruption to manufacturing output.
• Maintain NDT equipment as and when required.
• Mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable.
• Work to and support all relevant 5S activities.
• Report any near misses.
• Ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner.
• Report any issues or problems with jobs to the line manager.
• Take on any other reasonable responsibilities or tasks that are within the employee’s skills and abilities.
• Adhere at all times to the company’s Health, Safety & Environmental instructions and requirement.

Background & Experience:

• Minimum 1-year experience in relevant rail or automotive industry.
• Be practical mechanically oriented.
• Possess good problem-solving skills.

Qualifications / Education:

• NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering equivalent or above.
• Recognised NDT qualification or equivalent is desirable.

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