Quality Inspector

Workforce Recruitment and Training; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in Kings Langley is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to maintain exceptional quality and precision. The role involves inspecting machined components, operating CMM machines, and ensuring compliance with engineering drawings. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in precision engineering and proficiency in CMM inspection and PC-DMIS. This position offers competitive pay with overtime and generous holiday benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Pension scheme

Overtime pay at 1.5x rate

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Proficient in CMM inspection and PC-DMIS.
• Strong knowledge of FAIRs documentation.
• Confident in interpreting detailed engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections on precision machined parts.
• Operate CMM machines using PC-DMIS software.
• Complete FAIRs in line with AS9102 standards.
• Maintain inspection data and quality documentation.

Skills

CMM inspection

PC-DMIS

Attention to detail

Interpret engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Job description

Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering
Location: Kings Langley
Hours: 40 hours per week (8:00am – 4:00pm, flexible once settled)
Salary: Competitive + Overtime (x1.5)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established precision engineering business based in Kings Langley, specialising in high-quality machined components for industries including aerospace, automotive, and general engineering. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to join their dedicated team.

The Role

As a Quality Inspector, you will play a key part in maintaining the company’s commitment to exceptional quality and precision. You’ll be responsible for inspecting machined components, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and customer specifications, and supporting the wider quality assurance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out first-off, in-process, and final inspections on precision machined parts.
• Operate CMM machines using PC-DMIS software.
• Complete FAIRs (First Article Inspection Reports) in line with AS9102 and customer requirements.
• Use a wide range of inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges, and shadowgraphs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T tolerances.
• Accurately record and maintain inspection data, NCRs, and related quality documentation.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement and compliance with ISO9001 / AS9100 standards.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CMM inspection and PC-DMIS (essential).
• Strong knowledge of FAIRs and associated documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to inspection.
• Confident interpreting detailed engineering drawings and geometric tolerances.
• Team-oriented with good communication and problem-solving skills.

Package & Benefits

• Hours: 40 hours per week (8:00am – 4:00pm, flexible once settled)
• Overtime: Paid at 1.5x rate
• Holidays: 25 days + statutory holidays (increasing by 1 day per year up to 28 days)
• Pension: Standard government pension scheme

How to Apply

If you’re a skilled Quality Inspector with CMM/PC-DMIS experience and a passion for precision engineering, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact WF Tech for a confidential discussion about the role.

WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.
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