Quality Inspector

AutoScan (UK) Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leader in quality assurance services is seeking a Quality Inspector in Basildon, Essex. The role involves visual inspection and quality checks for a product launch, requiring candidates to read technical engineering drawings. A strong background in quality inspection and relevant certifications is preferred. Benefits include a competitive pay rate of £15.00 per hour, family-friendly hours, and a collaborative working environment. This is an initial 2-month contract position.

Benefits

Free on-site car parking

Family Friendly working hours

Collaborative team-based working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Quality inspection or a related field.
• Ability to read and understand technical engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a new product launch with visual quality inspection checks.
• Complete re-work on some parts after inspection.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant certifications or technical training in Quality inspection

Tools

Verniers

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Position: Quality Inspector

Location: Basildon, Essex (SS14)

Company: auto-scan

Duration: Initial 2-Months Contract

Pay Rate: £15.00 Per Hour (PAYE)

Expected Start Date: January 2026

About Us

Autoscan UK Ltd is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.

We're currently looking to recruit 3x experienced Quality Inspectors to join an established team at one of our customers sites based in Basildon, Essex. This will be for an initial short term contract duration supporting a project expected to last approximately 2 months.

The role will be supporting a new product launch with a specific focus on parts deviation support, this will include visual quality inspection checks, using basic handheld inspection tools, such as verniers, calipers and gauges.

It will also be important that the successful candidates have the ability to read and understand technical engineering drawings, as there will also be a level of re-work to be completed on some of the parts in addition to inspection.

Working Hours: Mon to Thurs, Friday (Apply online only)

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in Quality inspection or a related field.
• Ability to read and understand technical engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Relevant certifications or technical training in Quality inspection, ideally within the automotive, engineering or manufacturing industries (preferred).

Benefits

• £15.00 Per Hour (PAYE)
• Free on‑site car parking
• Family Friendly working hours
• Collaborative team‑based working environment

Autoscan UK Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are a forces friendly employer, and welcome applications from the armed forces community.