Quality Inspector

Aspion; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturer within the fastener industry is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to ensure that every product meets the highest standards of quality. You will carry out inspections on materials and finished products, maintaining compliance with technical drawings and ISO standards. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in a similar environment and possess strong skills in interpreting engineering drawings and using measuring equipment. This role offers a salary of £40,500 per annum and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Training and progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in fastener manufacturing or precision engineering.
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 quality systems.
• Experience in raising and managing Non-Conformance Reports.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections on incoming materials and components.
• Complete booking-in processes and maintain inspection records.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using measuring tools.

Skills

Interpret engineering drawings

Use of manual and digital measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Engineering qualification (ONC, HNC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality management software

Job description

Quality Inspector

Location: West Midlands

Salary: £40,500 per annum

Hours: 07:00-16:00 Monday to Thursday / 07:00-15:00 Friday

Are you a Quality Inspector with hands‑on experience in fastener or precision component manufacturing?

Do you take pride in ensuring every product meets the highest levels of accuracy, reliability, and customer satisfaction?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our client, a respected manufacturer within the fastener industry, is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join their team. This role plays a key part in maintaining standards across the production process, from goods‑in to final release, ensuring all products meet both internal and customer quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections on incoming materials, components, and finished products inline with technical drawings and specifications.
• Complete all booking‑in processes and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Identify, document and manage any non‑conforming materials or products.
• Perform in‑process and final inspections to ensure ongoing compliance throughout manufacturing.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes using appropriate measuring tools such as micrometers, verniers, and thread gauges.
• Work closely with the production team to address quality issues and promote best practices.
• Raise and manage NCRs, liaising with suppliers and customers when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with internal quality audits.
• Ensure full traceability and documentation control inline with ISO and customer standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in a fastener manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and understand measurement tolerances.
• Skilled in the use of manual and digital measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges, etc.).
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 quality systems.
• Experience in raising and managing Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and quality management software.
• Engineering qualification (ONC, HNC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent) – Desirable.
• Experience with supplier or customer quality liaison – Desirable.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools such as 5S or root cause analysis – Desirable.

Benefits

• £40,500 per annum (negotiable for the right candidate)
• Pension scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Training and progression opportunities
• Supportive working environment within a growing business

To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett

Senior Executive Consultant

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