Quality Inspector

Nationwide Recruitment Service & HR Careers; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay package

Professional development opportunities

Quality‑focused working environment

Job summary

Nationwide Recruitment Service (NRS) has a Quality Inspector vacancy within a leading global manufacturing business. The role focuses on inspecting incoming components and in‑process assemblies to uphold quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have proven QA experience, be detail‑oriented and able to read engineering drawings. The position requires experience with metrology tools and a UK driving licence, with a view to continuous improvement and audit support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Quality Inspector or QC technician.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience using standard measuring tools and gauges.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Holder of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled quality evaluations on incoming components, raw materials, and in‑process assemblies.
• Manage component release procedures and containment of non‑conforming materials.
• Raise NCRs and collaborate with production to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports and logs per compliance guidelines.
• Calibrate and maintain measuring tools, gauges and testing equipment.
• Support internal and external quality audit activities as required.

Skills

Technical drawings

Measuring tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Driving licence

Tools

Calipers

Vernier gauges

CMM basic use

Job description

Quality Inspector

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Position: Full-time, Permanent

Natoinwide Recruitment Service (NRS) has an exciting new role for a Quality Inspector with a leading global business.

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking for a hands‑on role with a dynamic manufacturing business?

We are seeking a detail‑oriented professional to oversee incoming component inspections and in‑process quality evaluations to ensure our standards remain consistently high.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled quality evaluations on incoming components, raw materials, and in‑process assemblies.
• Manage component release procedures, ensuring non‑conforming materials are strictly contained and documented.
• Raise clear non‑conformance reports (NCRs) and collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and logs in line with compliance guidelines.
• Calibrate and maintain measuring tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Support internal and external quality audit activities as required.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a Quality Inspector or Quality Control technician role.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications.
• Practical expertise using standard measuring tools, gauges, and testing equipment to verify dimensions and material properties.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the business.
• A full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative, quality‑focused working environment.

Who This Role Might Suit

This position is ideal for candidates with a background in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, precision engineering, or mechanical assembly.

It may suit professionals who have previously worked in roles such as:

• Quality Control (QC) Technician / QC Inspector
• Goods‑In / Incoming Quality Inspector
• CMM Operator / Metrology Inspector
• Quality Engineer (Junior / Assistant)
• Line Inspector / Final Inspector
• Mechanical / Precision Assembly Inspector

Location & Commute

This role is easily accessible from Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Alsager, Congleton, Leek, Stone, Stafford, Market Drayton, and surrounding areas across Staffordshire and Cheshire.