Quality Control Inspector

Wärtsilä; Havant; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä in Havant, UK, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector for the machine shop to inspect components through production, read engineering drawings, and release parts to stores and assembly areas.

The role requires knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001, ISO 13485), and 5 years of mechanical inspection experience; familiarity with calipers, micrometers, and SAP is preferred. You will support OTIF targets and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and related documentation.
• Use of basic inspection tools and measurement devices.
• Capable of contributing to root cause investigations and problem-solving.
• Understanding of quality systems and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components at various production stages including final inspection.
• Raise non-conformances per the established process.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Release parts to stores, assembly and packaging areas.
• Record traceability data to support QA MDR Quality Packs and visits.
• Support OTIF objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Reading drawings

Problem-solving

Communication

OTIF awareness

Safety awareness

Education

Mechanical apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Job description

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are now looking for a

Quality Control Inspector – Machine Shop

to join our team working for a better future. The machine shop operates across 5 cells producing seal and bearings for the marine sector and various Navies around the globe.

The position is permanent and the preferred location for the position is in Havant, UK.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Control Inspector, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Product inspection - Responsible for inspecting components at various stages through the production process including final inspection
• Raise non-conformances in accordance with the non-conformance process.
• Performs extra duties or special projects when requested.
• Ability to read & interpret technical drawings and related documentation e.g., Purchase Orders, Concessions.
• Able to effectively communicate with Quality Assurance department and/or management in unusual situations regarding Quality Control issues.
• Responsible for inspecting as per current procedure and specification and releasing parts to stores, assembly and packaging areas.
• Collate & record traceability details to assist QA with MDR Quality Packs & Class Visits.
• Good knowledge of Problem-Solving techniques to support Root Cause analysis/investigations.
• Ability to be flexible is key for this position with a wide variety of duties to be carried out in a safe accurate manner working to our OTIF (On time delivery in full) target.
• Capable of carrying out tasks individually as well as working effectively as part of the Logistics Team
• Maintain a save working environment & high standard of housekeeping.

Development Responsibilities

• Possess general knowledge of Quality System Regulations and International Standards.
• Utilizing various inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, checks dimensions/processes on parts or raw material to ensure compliance to manufacturing drawings/blueprints/specifications.
• Works closely with Quality Control Inspectors, Project Engineering, Quality Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure that all manufacturing and inspection activities are performed in compliance with process work documents.
• Insures that in-process inspections are completed per engineering specifications during the production process.
• Performs mechanical, visual, and dimensional inspections of parts using inspection hand tools.
• Potentially perform CMM Programming and Inspection is possible (or previously trained in addition to experience)
• Communicate with Supply Quality assurance Engineer on quality issues.
• Attach correct labelling to outside of storage cartons/pallets. Store product in warehouse and do transactions to adjust inventory on the system.
• Must be able to work from Engineering drawings for visual dimensional inspection of purchased or manufactured products utilizing measuring instruments.
• Any other duties that may be required.
• Communicate with all ops teams to ensure proactive actions are taken to meet OTIF.
• Continuous improvement relating to process and procedures.
• All duties carried out to be done in a safe manner following H&S safety procedures.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• Mechanical and electrical component inspection
• Basic mechanical Inspection tools
• Dimensional inspection hand tools
• FDA
• GMP
• ISO 13485, ISO 9001
• Experience/background of working in a production/engineering environment is essential.
• Understand Health & Safety environment/procedures.
• Mechanical/assembly aptitude.
• Read and understand drawings is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years mechanical inspection experience desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Flexibility to work across Logistics Operations teams.
• Safety awareness.
• Ideally educated to college standard, mechanical apprenticeship or solid experience
• working in manufacturing industry.
• Industry standard computer packages (Microsoft / MRP systems).
• Good knowledge & understanding of SAP

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Last application date: 08/10/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.