Quality Inspector

The Construction Index Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative aircraft manufacturer seeks a skilled Quality Inspector to join their dynamic team in Reading. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality aerospace and defense projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will engage in various quality assurance tasks, from inspections to liaising with suppliers. This position promises strong career development and the chance to make a lasting impact in the aerospace sector. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Skill development

Bonuses and incentives

Paid time off

Retirement and financial benefits

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the Aerospace/Defence sectors.
• Experience using CMM Equipment and raising First Article reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce First Article Inspection Reports using CMM.
• Liaise with customers/suppliers on quality matters.
• Support continuous improvement culture.

Skills

Experience in Aerospace/Defence

CMM Equipment usage

First Article reports

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Tools

CMM Equipment

Job description

• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - South East
• Town/City: Reading, Berkshire
• Posted: 29/04/2025
• Reference: QIREADING_1745942277
  
  

Job Description

Quality Inspector

Job Type: Aerospace & Defence

Start Date: June 2025

Duration: Permanent

Location: Reading

Salary: From £40,000 per annum

Experience: Must have a background in Aerospace/Defence

We are currently recruiting a Quality Inspector for one of our Aerospace clients in Reading. Our client, a dynamic and innovative aircraft manufacturer, are renowned within the Aerospace and Defence worlds, supplying high quality and industry standard sheet metal work and fabrications to multiple world-renowned companies with massive stakes in the Aerospace/Defence markets. They are looking for a skilled and ambitious Quality Inspector to join their tight-knight inspection team and deliver to the well-established standard they have set over many years in the business. With exciting chances of progression and the prospect of having a lasting impact on the ever changing Aerospace industry, this opportunity could be the ideal role.

Responsibilities Of The Quality Inspector Role

• To produce First Article Inspection Reports and to be able to use a CMM in support of this.
• To provide roaming and final inspection for all products
• To inspect incoming goods from sub-contract suppliers
• Liaise with customers/suppliers on all quality matters, queries and non-conformances
• To raise Certificates of Conformity and delivery documentation.
• To aid in the control of external and internal equipment calibrations.
• To raise sub-contract Purchase Orders on approved suppliers
• To check First Off production parts
• Liaise with all levels of staff (management to shop floor) on all aspects of quality and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support the management in developing a "continuous improvement" culture.
• To aid the maintenance of current approvals for AS9100 & Nadcap.
• Other adhoc duties as agreed from time to time by the Chief Inspector/Quality Manager.
  
  

Requirements For The Quality Inspector Role

• Must Have experience within the Aerospace/Defence sectors.
• Have experience using CMM Equipment (Preferably Aberlink)
• Experience raising First Article reports.
• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector/Engineer
• Knowledge of governing body regulations such as the CAA and EASA.
• Attention to detail and an analytical, problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication skills.
  
  

Benefits Of The Quality Inspector Role

• Competitive salary.
• Strong career development and opportunities to progress.
• Skill development.
• Bonuses and incentives.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement and financial benefits.
  
  

About Us

Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance, and engineering companies.

If you are interested in hearing more about the Quality Inspector role, please contact Josh on 020 7248 0000.

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