Quality Inspector

Jackie Kerr Recruitment; Hungerford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is seeking a Quality Inspector for an established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in composite products. You will perform visual, dimensional and functional inspections of components against drawings and customer requirements, using callipers, micrometres and height gauges.

The ideal candidate has Level 3 engineering/quality qualification or equivalent experience, 2–3 years in QA, and strong problem-solving and communication skills to support

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent industry experience.
• 2–3 years' experience in Quality Inspection or QA in manufacturing.
• Experience with composites, aerospace or advanced manufacturing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out visual, dimensional and functional inspections of composite components.
• Use precision measuring equipment including callipers, micrometres, height gauges and other inspection tools.
• Inspect products against engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
• Identify defects, quality issues and non-conformances and elevate where required.
• Complete inspection reports, NCRs, concessions and other quality documentation.
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality records.
• Check material certification, batch traceability and manufacturing documentation.
• Support investigations into quality issues and root cause analysis.
• Assist with corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Work with Engineering and Production to support continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection methods and quality controls.
• Support audits when required.
• Ensure inspection equipment is calibrated and report calibration needs.
• Support quality plans, control plans and work instructions.
• Promote a strong quality culture and right-first-time approach.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Complete timesheets and quality documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Quality culture

Six Sigma knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification in Engineering/Manufacturing/Quality

Tools

Calipers

Micrometres

Height gauges

Inspection tools

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Quality Inspector to join an established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in the design, development and manufacture of composite products.

Quality Inspector Roles and Responsibilities:

• Carry out visual, dimensional and functional inspections of composite components
• Use precision measuring equipment including callipers, micrometres, height gauges and other inspection tools
• Inspect products against engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements
• Identify defects, quality issues and non-conformances and elevate where required
• Complete inspection reports, NCRs, concessions and other quality documentation
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality records
• Check material certification, batch traceability and manufacturing documentation
• Support investigations into quality issues and root cause analysis
• Assist with corrective and preventative actions
• Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Work closely with Engineering and Production to support continuous improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection methods and quality controls
• Support customer, supplier and third-party audits when required
• Ensure inspection equipment is correctly calibrated and report any calibration requirements
• Support quality plans, control plans, inspection procedures and work instructions
• Promote a strong quality culture and right-first-time approach
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment
• Complete timesheets and quality documentation accurately and on time

Quality Inspector Ideal Candidate:

• Level 3 qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• 2–3 years' experience within a Quality Inspection or Quality Assurance role in a manufacturing environment
• Experience within composites, aerospace or advanced manufacturing would be advantageous
• Good understanding of quality inspection techniques and manufacturing processes
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Experience with NCRs, corrective actions and quality documentation
• Confident using precision measuring equipment
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma would be advantageous
• Good communication skills and able to work effectively across Engineering, Production and Quality teams
• Confident using Microsoft Office and electronic Quality Management Systems
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards

Quality Inspector Working Hours:

• Monday – Thursday, 07:30 – 16:00
• Friday, 07:30 – 13:00
• 40 hours a week