Quality Inspector

Hudson Shribman; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days' annual leave

Early finish Fridays

Job summary

Hudson Shribman is seeking a Quality Inspector / Quality Engineer in South London to join the precision engineering and advanced manufacturing team. The role covers first article, in-process and final inspections to ensure customer specifications are met, and to support continuous improvement within a QMS framework.

Experience in a quality, inspection or manufacturing engineering environment is essential. Strong reading of engineering drawings, attention to detail, and ability to produce

Qualifications

• Experience within a Quality, Inspection or Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of inspection techniques, quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Proficient in producing inspection reports, certificates and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out first article, in-process and final inspection of precision-engineered components.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Use inspection and measuring equipment to verify product conformity.
• Produce and maintain inspection reports, certificates and quality documentation.
• Ensure activities comply with the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues and maintain manufacturing standards.
• Support continuous improvement activities across the quality function.
• Maintain accurate records and document control using computer-based systems.

Skills

Quality inspection

Manufacturing engineering

Engineering drawings

Inspection equipment

Quality documentation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Quality Inspector / Quality Engineer up to c£39k

ABJ6729 Location: South Type: Permanent Onsite

An established precision engineering and advanced manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Inspection & Quality Engineer to join its quality team. The business manufactures components for demanding industrial applications where quality, accuracy and traceability are critical.

As a quality inspector or quality engineer this is an excellent opportunity for someone with a manufacturing or engineering background who enjoys hands‑on inspection and wants to develop their career within a stable, quality-focused organisation.

The Role

As an Inspection & Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet exact customer specifications and the highest quality standards. Working closely with production and engineering teams, you will carry out inspections throughout the manufacturing process, maintain quality documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out first article, in-process and final inspection of precision-engineered components.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Use a wide range of inspection and measuring equipment to verify product conformity.
• Produce and maintain inspection reports, certificates and quality documentation.
• Ensure all activities comply with the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues and maintain high manufacturing standards.
• Support continuous improvement activities across the quality function.
• Maintain accurate records and document control using computer-based systems.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience within a Quality, Inspection or Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Previous experience in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• The ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• A good understanding of inspection techniques, quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across production and engineering teams.
• Good computer literacy for producing inspection reports, certificates and quality documentation.

Experience with first article inspection, in-process inspection and calibration processes would be advantageous, although additional external training can be provided where required.

Package up to 39k depending on experience Perm: 39hr working week with an early finish on Fridays (1:15 pm).

Overtime available, paid at:1.3x basic hourly rate (weekdays) 1.5x basic hourly rate (weekends) 25 days' annual leave; Pension