Quality Inspector

Aspion Search; Stockport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Company pension

Job summary

Aspion is seeking a Quality Inspector to join their Quality team in a precision engineering setting. You will ensure products meet engineering drawings and ISO 9001 standards, performing CMM inspections and using conventional metrology.

You will collaborate with Production and Engineering to maintain high-quality results. Responsibilities include first-off inspection, NCR handling, and generating accurate inspection reports while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the

Qualifications

• Experience in a precision engineering environment with CMM inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience producing inspection reports and maintaining quality records.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process and final inspections.
• Inspect products against drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Operate and program CMM equipment for dimensional inspection.
• Use CMMs and conventional metrology equipment.
• Produce inspection reports and maintain quality records/FAI documentation.
• Identify non‑conforming products and raise NCRs.
• Support Production with quality issues and first‑off inspections.
• Collaborate with Production and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Support quality KPIs, root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T interpretation

Metrology

Inspection techniques

Documentation

Collaborative teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

CMMs

Micrometers

Verniers

Bore gauges

Job description

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector with strong CMM and metrology experience?

Do you have a good understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional inspection, and quality requirements?

Would you enjoy a hands‑on role working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams within a precision engineering environment?

If so, I want to hear from you.

Our client is looking to recruit a Quality Inspector to join their Quality team, responsible for ensuring products meet specified requirements and comply with the company's ISO 9001 standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector who enjoys a hands on role involving CMM inspection, conventional metrology, first off inspection, non conformance, and working closely with Production and Engineering to maintain high quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming, in-process and final inspections.
• Inspect products against drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Operate and program CMM equipment for dimensional inspection.
• Use CMMs and conventional metrology equipment including micrometres, verniers and bore gauges.
• Produce inspection reports and maintain accurate quality records/FAI documentation.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated and inspection results are fully traceable.
• Identify, segregate and report non‑conforming products, raising NCRs where required.
• Carry out first‑off inspections and support Production with quality issues.
• Work with Production and Engineering to resolve dimensional and drawing‑related issues.
• Support quality KPIs, root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Quality Inspector within an engineering, manufacturing, or precision engineering environment.
• Strong CMM operation and programming experience.
• Good understanding of conventional metrology and dimensional inspection techniques.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using inspection equipment including micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, and CMMs.
• Experience producing inspection reports and maintaining accurate quality records.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Experience dealing with non‑conforming products and raising NCRs.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• A proactive approach to identifying quality issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Good communication skills with the confidence to challenge where quality requirements are not being met.
• 08:00-17:00 Monday to Friday
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holiday
• Company pension

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