Quality Inspector

Nicholas Associates Group; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Inspector to oversee quality checks in a high-end precision engineering environment. The role offers a basic salary of £34,415 per annum with opportunities for overtime earnings upwards of £40k. Candidates should have experience using handheld measuring tools like Verniers and calipers. This position is based in Ilkeston and supports flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience visually and dimensionally checking machined or fabricated components.
• Competent in using hand-held measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fabricated components for quality assurance.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions.

Skills

Competent dimensionally checking

Using handheld measuring tools

Attention to detail

Education

Time Served Apprenticeship

Tools

Verniers

Calipers

Measuring tapes

Job description

• Salary: Up to £34415 per annum + + OT = earnings of £40k and upwards
• Posted on: 1st Aug 2025
• Job Reference: JN -062025-62851_1754042723

Do you have previous experience visually and dimensionally checking machined or fabricated components? If so, then please read on!

The Basics:

Role: Quality Inspector

Position: Permanent

Basic salary: £16.97 per hour / £34,415 per annum + overtime = earnings of £40000 and upwards achievable

Hours: Monday-Thursday (7.30am-4.30pm) and Fridays (7.30am-2.00pm)

Overview:

We now require a Quality Inspector to join the inspection department. You will be tasked to inspect fabricated components with hand held measuring tools associated with a precision engineering environment. Working in a modern purpose-built manufacturing facility for a high-end precision engineering business.

The ideal candidate / Quality Inspector may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Time Served Apprenticeship - beneficial
• Competent dimensionally checking precision engineered parts against a drawing using hand held measuring tools such as Verniers, calipers, measuring tapes etc.

Commutable from: Ilkeston, Eastwood, Ripley, Heanor, Alfreton, Pinxton and surrounding areas

If you are interested in the Quality Inspector role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 01332360055.