Quality Inspector

Pertemps; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Inspector to join a busy engineering environment in Lincoln. The role involves inspecting components using tools and ensuring quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, with flexibility to work across three shifts. Opportunities for long-term training and career progression are included.

Benefits

Night shift allowance

Overtime opportunities

Long-term training and career progression

All PPE provided

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with inspection/measuring equipment is desirable.
• Flexible to work across all three shifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and measuring components using handheld tools and 3D scanners.
• Checking parts against engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Completing inspection reports and SPC charts.
• Identifying and reporting defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Education

Apprentice-trained or trainee applicant

Tools

Inspection/measuring equipment

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting a Quality Inspector to join a busy engineering environment in Lincoln. This is a key role ensuring production quality standards are met and maintained throughout the forge and factory.

Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 3 rotating shifts: 7am to 3pm / 3pm to 11pm / 11pm to 7am

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and measuring components using handheld tools, Faro arms and 3D scanners.
• Checking parts against engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Completing inspection reports, SPC charts, and PPAP documentation.
• Identifying and reporting defects, scrap, and rework.
• Supporting audits, calibration activities, and problem investigations.
• Assisting with training and technical support for new starters.

Skills & Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained or trainee applicants considered.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with inspection/measuring equipment (desirable).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work across all three shifts (non-negotiable).

Salary & Benefits

• Pay: £13.77 – £16.49 per hour (based on training/experience).
• Night shift allowance: +£1.02 per hour.
• Overtime opportunities
• Days holiday (including statutory)
• All PPE provided, plus changing/showering facilities.
• This position will lead to permanent employment.
• Long-term training and career progression
• Work for a well-established, reputable employer

How to Apply

This is an ongoing recruitment campaign managed by Pertemps, who operate as an employment agency. To apply, please call 01522 306304 or email [e-mail].