Quality Inspector

Bristol Industrial; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join their quality team. The role involves inspecting CNC‑machined components and requires strong knowledge of machining processes and proficiency with precision inspection tools. The position offers a competitive salary, long-term job security, and additional benefits such as holiday allowance and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Long-term job security

Pension contributions

Life insurance policy

Free parking

Christmas bonus

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience as a Quality Inspector or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes (milling, turning, grinding).
• Proficiency with precision inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect CNC‑machined components against engineering drawings.
• Carry out first article and final inspections.
• Use precision inspection tools to measure components.

Skills

Experience as a Quality Inspector

Knowledge of CNC machining processes

Proficiency with precision inspection tools

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to produce inspection reports

Collaborative attitude

Tools

CMM

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Shadowgraphs

Job description

Quality Inspector – Ashchurch, Tewkesbury

We are a precision engineering company producing high‑quality CNC‑machined metal components. We are looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to join our small quality team on a permanent basis.

What you’ll do

• Inspect CNC‑machined components (milling, turning, grinding) against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out first article and final inspections, record inspection data, and maintain inspection records.
• Use precision inspection tools such as gauges, micrometers, vernier calipers, microscopes, shadowgraphs, CMM and similar equipment.
• Program CMMs – experience is an advantage but not essential.
• Work closely with engineers to resolve inspection issues and propose manufacturing or inspection improvements.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, well‑organised shop floor and support shop floor initiatives.

What you’ll need

• At least two years’ experience as a Quality Inspector or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes (milling, turning, grinding).
• Proficiency with a range of precision inspection tools and measurement equipment.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a disciplined approach to quality.
• Ability to produce accurate inspection reports and maintain records.
• Positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to share ideas.

Benefits

• Permanent job from day one.
• Competitive salary £32,000 – £36,000 per annum based on experience.
• Long‑term job security and career progression opportunities.
• 39‑hour working week, day shift with lunch, late finish on Fridays; overtime often available.
• 24 days holiday (plus allowance increases with length of service) and all bank holidays off.
• High‑value pension contributions from the company.
• Life insurance policy 2 × annual salary at no charge.
• Christmas shutdown, Christmas bonus and regular overtime.
• Free on‑site parking, clean, bright and modern facilities.
• Other perks: holiday allowance increases with length of service, free parking, etc.

How to apply

If this role is exciting to you, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] (or call Tom Andrews on 01242‑246‑020). We will begin with an informal chat to discuss the role, followed by a managerial interview and a site tour to give you a full picture of what a day in this position looks like.