Quality Inspector

Workforce Staffing; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Private healthcare

Car allowance via salary sacrifice

Profit share scheme

Job summary

Workforce Staffing in Gloucester is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join a high-precision manufacturing environment producing aerospace, automotive, defence and space components.

The role focuses on CMM inspection using PC-DMIS, dimensional and visual inspection, and quality documentation. CMM programming is advantageous but not essential; serious candidates with CAD-reading skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering/Manufacturing or equivalent.
• 2-3+ years quality inspection experience in manufacturing.
• PC-DMIS experience is essential; CMM programming can be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out CMM, dimensional and visual inspections of composite and metallic components.
• Operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process components and finished products.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and CAD models.
• Produce FAIR packs, C of C documentation and inspection reports.
• Support MRB, non-conformance investigations and root cause analysis.
• Work with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Identify opportunities for process and quality improvements.
• Maintain accurate quality records and support compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Reading drawings

CAD models

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Teamwork & communication

Shifts/overtime willingness

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

PC-DMIS

CMM programming

Job description

Job Type: Quality Control Inspector

Location: Gloucester
Type: Permanent
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am - 5pm Fri 8am - 2:30pm
Salary: £38,000-£42,000

The Role

An exciting opportunity for a Quality Control Inspector to join a highly advanced manufacturing environment producing composite and metallic components for aerospace, automotive, defence and space.

The role will focus on CMM inspection using PC-DMIS, alongside dimensional and visual inspection, quality documentation and continuous improvement. CMM programming experience is advantageous but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out CMM, dimensional and visual inspections of composite and metallic components.

• Operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.

• Inspect incoming materials, in-process components and finished products.

• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and CAD models.

• Produce FAIR packs, C of C documentation and inspection reports.

• Support MRB, non-conformance investigations and root cause analysis.

• Work with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues.

• Identify opportunities for process and quality improvements.

• Maintain accurate quality records and support compliance with quality standards.

About You

• Level 3 NVQ in Engineering/Manufacturing or equivalent industrial experience.

• 2-3+ years' quality inspection experience within manufacturing.

• PC-DMIS experience is essential.

• CMM programming experience is advantageous but not essential.

• Confident reading technical drawings and working with CAD models.

• Experience with inspection equipment such as callipers and micrometres.

• Knowledge of composites and/or advanced manufacturing is advantageous.

• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Positive, proactive approach with good communication and teamwork skills.

• Willingness to work shifts/overtime when required.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Pension

• Private healthcare

• Car allowance via salary sacrifice

• Profit share scheme