Quality Inspector

Ashley & Finch Recruitment; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half-day finish

Company pension

Overtime opportunities

Modern facilities

Supportive team

Job summary

Ashley & Finch Recruitment in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is seeking a Quality Inspector for a permanent role. You will inspect metal components, verify conformance to standards, and work closely with production to uphold quality.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of machining processes and materials.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with QMS and industry standards.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect metal components using precision tools.
• Verify compliance with industry standards.
• Analyse inspection data & prepare reports.
• Identify non-conformities.
• Maintain accurate inspection & quality records.
• Contribute to the development of QA policies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing

Machining processes & materials

Engineering drawings

QMS & industry standards

Communication & problem-solving

Job description

We are recruiting a Quality Inspector for our reputable client (permanent position)

Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire

Salary: £30,000 – £33,000

Hours: Monday–Friday (half-day Friday finish)

Overtime: Available

Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK

About my Client:

A well‑established precision engineering business with a strong order book and modern facilities. They are seeking a Quality Inspector to join their growing team. The successful candidate will ensure products meet the highest quality standards, working closely with production to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect metal components using precision tools
• Verify compliance with industry standards
• Analyse inspection data & prepare reports
• Identify non‑conformities
• Maintain accurate inspection & quality records
• Contribute to the development of QA policies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of machining processes & materials
• Skilled in the use of engineering drawings
• Knowledge of QMS and industry standards
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

Desirable:

• Six Sigma/Lean training or certification
• Experience with root cause analysis and CAPA
• Familiarity with quality/data analysis software

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (£30,000 – £33,000 DOE)
• Half‑day finish every Friday
• No shifts – excellent work‑life balance
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable employer with strong order book
• Company pension scheme
• Modern facilities & a supportive team