Quality Inspector

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Coalville; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run manufacturing business in Leicestershire is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure the quality of machined components and maintain ISO 9001 standards. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Faro equipment and have a strong attention to detail. This role offers a permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits including holiday and pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus

Company pension scheme

Death-in-service benefit

Qualifications

• Proficient in using Faro Arm and CAM2 software.
• Ability to read and interpret metric and imperial engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail with communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined components using Faro equipment.
• Produce detailed inspection reports using Faro CAM2.
• Conduct goods-in, first-off, and in-process inspections.
• Raise non-conformance reports for identified deviations.
• Calibrate measuring equipment in line with ISO standards.
• Collaborate with Design teams on manufacturability.

Skills

Proficiency in Faro Arm

CAM2 software

Standard measuring tools

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Faro Quantum M4.0 7 Axis Arm

FARO Blu HD LLP

ISO 9001:2015 standards

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Location: Leicestershire, LE67

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 16:30pm (flexibility & overtime may be required)

Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum + annual bonus

Benefits

• Permanent position
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Annual bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Death-in-service benefit

About the Company

A well‑established, family‑run business specialising in the manufacturing of heavy equipment, supplying products and services to clients across the UK and internationally. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, we are continuing to invest and grow. As part of this growth, we are looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to join our team.

The Role

We're looking for a reliable Quality Inspector to join a busy and growing manufacturing team, working in a precision machining and metal fabrication environment. This is a hands‑on, physical position where quality, teamwork, and attention to detail are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect machined components using Faro Quantum M4.0 7 Axis Arm and FAROBlu HD LLP.
• Use Faro CAM2 software to produce detailed inspection reports.
• Conduct goods‑in, first‑off, and in‑process inspections.
• Identify deviations and raise non‑conformance reports.
• Calibrate measuring equipment in line with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Maintain full traceability of inspections and collaborate closely with Design teams on manufacturability.

About You

Essential

• Proficient in Faro Arm, CAM2 software, and standard measuring tools (micrometers, verniers, thread gauges, etc.).
• Strong ability to read and interpret metric and imperial engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong communication skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience in engineering or heavy industry.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerancing, CAD models, and ISO 9001:2015.
• Overhead crane competency and strong problem‑solving ability.

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