Quality Inspector

First Base Employment; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bridgwater is seeking a Quality Operative for maternity cover. The role involves conducting inspections, maintaining quality standards, and supporting quality documentation. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail and engineering qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with quality improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visual and dimensional inspections.
• Prepare quality documentation including reports.
• Manage quality activities like MSA and SPC.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Engineering Qualifications

Tools

Inspection Equipment

ERP Systems

Job description

Quality Operative (Maternity Cover)
Location: Bridgwater
Hours: 37 hours per week, 8.00am – 4.30pm Mon to Thurs, 8.00am – 1.00pm Friday
Salary: £28,000

Key Responsibilities of a Quality Operative:

• Carry out regular visual and dimensional inspections on parts and products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Accurately record inspection results and prepare quality documentation including FAIRs, PPAPs, dimensional and material reports.
• Use a range of measuring equipment including handheld tools and CMMs.
• Support first-off inspections and manage quality claims using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Maintain and improve the site’s calibration system and manage quality activities such as MSA, SPC, and PPAP.
• Create, update, and implement PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of SOPs and provide training to promote high-quality standards.
• Use ERP systems for quality-related data entry and traceability.

Key Skills of a Quality Operative:

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in using inspection equipment and working within structured quality systems.
• Skilled in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and train others.
• Engineering qualifications and sound understanding of production processes.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to [e-mail] or call Andrew on 01453 755330.

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