QUALITY INSPECTOR

Planet Recruitment; Gaydon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

INDWARE in Gaydon, Warwickshire, is seeking a Quality Inspector / PDI Technician to join a busy automotive manufacturing environment. You will follow daily plans, organise wheels for delivery to the production line, and perform pre-delivery inspections.

The role emphasizes defect identification, sourcing alternatives, and reporting to keep production on track. A hands-on, detail-oriented candidate with automotive/PDI experience is preferred, with good planning and communication.

Qualifications

• Automotive production/PDI experience preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisation and planning abilities.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily production and launch-to-line plans.
• Organise and sequence wheels for delivery directly to the production line.
• Identify and rectify sequencing issues before wheels reach the fit station.
• Inspect wheels for defects and source alternatives where required.
• Carry out PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) support activities.
• Conduct visual quality checks and report any defects or concerns.
• Ensure vehicles meet required quality standards prior to release.
• Maintain a clean, organised working area to support efficient production.
• Escalate issues promptly to minimise disruption to production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Planning from plans

Reliability

Automotive experience

PDI/vehicle prep

Job description

Position: Quality Inspector / PDI Technician

Location: Gaydon, Warwick

Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour (PAYE)

Are you looking for a role that combines your passion for the automotive industry with your keen eye for detail? This position as a Quality Inspector / PDI Technician offers an engaging and dynamic work environment within a busy automotive manufacturing setting. If you thrive in a fast-paced production team and enjoy ensuring the highest quality standards, this role could be your next career move.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Follow daily production and launch-to-line plans.


• Organise and sequence wheels for delivery directly to the production line.


• Identify and rectify sequencing issues before wheels reach the fit station.


• Inspect wheels for defects and source alternatives where required.


• Carry out PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) support activities.


• Conduct visual quality checks and report any defects or concerns.


• Ensure vehicles meet required quality standards prior to release.


• Maintain a clean, organised working area to support efficient production.


• Escalate issues promptly to minimise disruption to production.

Skills and experience:

• Previous automotive, production, PDI or vehicle preparation experience desirable.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Good organisational skills.


• Proactive approach to problem-solving.


• Ability to work from plans and adapt to changing priorities.


• Good communication skills.


• Reliable with a positive work ethic.

This role offers immediate starts and a structured work schedule, with hours from Monday to Thursday, 6:15am - 3:15pm, and Friday, 6:15am - 11:15am. Located in Gaydon, Warwick, this position is ideal for candidates who are ready to jump into a hands-on role and contribute to a high-quality production process.

INDWARE

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.