Quality Inspector

Aspion; Lyneham; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A fastener manufacturing company based in the UK is looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to ensure the highest quality standards across their production process. The successful candidate will carry out inspections on incoming materials, components, and finished products and must have proven experience within a related manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include performing compliance inspections, managing Non-Conformance Reports, and working closely with the production team to maintain quality standards. Competitive salary and supportive working environment are on offer.

Benefits

£40,500 per annum

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Training and progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in fastener manufacturing.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections on incoming materials and finished products.
• Perform in-process and final inspections for compliance.
• Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Skills

Interpret engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Use of manual measuring equipment

Education

Engineering qualification (ONC, HNC, NVQ Level 3)

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Gauges

Job description

Quality Inspector

Location: West Midlands

: £40,500 per annum

Hours: 07:00-16:00 Monday‑Thursday / 07:00-15:00 Friday

Are you a Quality Inspector with hands‑on experience in fastener or precision component manufacturing? Doyou take pride in ensuring every product meets the highest level of accuracy, reliability, and customer satisfaction? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our client, a respected manufacturer within the fastener industry, is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join their team. This role plays a key part in maintaining standards across the production process, from goods‑in to final release, ensuring all products meet both internal and customer quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out inspection on incoming materials, components, and finished products inline with technical drawings and specifications.
• Complete all booking‑in processes and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Identify, document, and manage any non‑conforming materials or products.
• Perform in‑process and final inspections to ensure ongoing compliance throughout manufacturing.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes using appropriate measuring tools such as micrometers, verniers, and thread gauges.
• Work closely with production team to address quality issues and promote best practices.
• Raise and manage NC and NCRs, liaising with suppliers and customers when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with internal quality audits.
• Ensure full traceability and documentation control inline with ISO and customer standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector within a fastener manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and understand measurement tolerances.
• Skilled in the use of manual and digital measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges, etc.).
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 quality systems.
• Experience in raising and managing Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and quality management software.
• Engineering qualification (ONC, HNC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent) – desirable.
• Experience with supplier or customer quality liaison – desirable.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools such as 5S or root‑cause analysis – desirable.

Benefits

• £40,500 per annum (negotiable for the right candidate)
• Pension scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Training and progression opportunities
• Supportive working environment within a growing business

To Contact Direct

Daniel Barnett
Senior Executive Consultant
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