Quality Inspector

Keystone Recruit Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Recruit Ltd in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for a precision engineering business. You will inspect high-quality components, read drawings, and ensure conformance to customer specifications and ISO 9001 requirements.

You will program and operate CMM using PC-DMIS, interpret GD&T, manage inspection documentation, support FAIR/PPAP, and work closely with Production and Engineering to resolve quality issues.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector or CMM Inspector in manufacturing or precision engineering.
• Strong practical experience using CMM and PC-DMIS.
• Good understanding of metrology, precision measurement and GD&T.
• Confident interpreting engineering drawings and complex tolerances.
• Experience with first-off, in-process and final inspection.

Responsibilities

• Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection of precision-engineered components.
• Programme and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Interpret detailed engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances and GD&T.
• Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other inspection equipment.
• Produce accurate dimensional inspection reports and maintain quality documentation.
• Complete and support First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR).
• Support PPAP and NPI activities where required.
• Identify, record and communicate non-conforming components.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and product traceability.

Skills

CMM inspection

PC-DMIS

GD&T

Metrology

FAIR

Tools

PC-DMIS

CMM

Job description

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector with a strong background in precision engineering and dimensional inspection?

We are looking for a technically strong and detail-focused Quality Inspector to join the Quality team of an established precision engineering business based in Stoke-on-Trent. The successful candidate will inspect high-quality precision components, ensuring they meet customer specifications and required quality standards.

The Role

As a Quality Inspector, you will:

• Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection of precision-engineered components.
• Programme and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Interpret detailed engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances and GD&T.
• Use a range of precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other inspection equipment.
• Produce accurate dimensional inspection reports and maintain quality documentation.
• Complete and support First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR).
• Support PPAP and NPI activities where required.
• Identify, record and communicate non-conforming components.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and product traceability.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct dimensional inspection against engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Develop and modify CMM inspection programmes using PC-DMIS.
• Carry out accurate measurement of complex precision-engineered components.
• Support customer quality requirements and maintain relevant inspection documentation.
• Investigate non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S activities.
• Support quality procedures within an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
• Assist with NPI, FAIR and PPAP requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector, CMM Inspector or similar within manufacturing or precision engineering.
• Strong practical experience using CMM and PC-DMIS.
• Good understanding of metrology, precision measurement and GD&T.
• Confident interpreting engineering drawings and complex tolerances.
• Experience carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspection.
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to inspection.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Production and Engineering teams.
• Experience within aerospace, defence, automotive/motorsport, precision engineering or general manufacturing would be highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of FAIR/AS9102, PPAP, ISO 9001, 8D or root cause analysis would be advantageous