Quality Inspector

Kingdom People; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Quality Inspector in the aerospace sector, based in Segensworth. The role requires at least two years of experience using handheld inspection tools and involves performing checks and inspections while ensuring high standards throughout the process. Benefits include pension contributions, holiday, and discounts at major retailers.

Benefits

Up to 11% pension contributions

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Discounts at major retailers and cinemas

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a similar inspection role using handheld tools.
• Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards are met throughout the build process and during final inspections.
• Perform checks using handheld inspection tools and contribute to automated inspections.
• Document and keep inspections up to date from an online clerical perspective.

Skills

Using handheld inspection tools

Reading engineering drawings

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Team player

Tools

Verniers

Callipers

Micrometres

CMM

Job description

Role

Quality Inspector - Permanent - Days, Monday to Friday (38-hour week)

Segensworth / Fareham - Up to £33,000 plus overtime (typically 8 to 16 additional hours per month at 1.5x hourly rate, although not always guaranteed)

About the Role

Do you have at least 2 years' experience using handheld inspection tools such as verniers, callipers, and micrometres? Are you excited by the opportunity to work alongside a team of five skilled aerospace inspectors?

Overview

We're recruiting a Quality Inspector to join a company that manufactures precision‑machined components, assembled into complex mechanical products for the aerospace sector. You'll enjoy a supportive environment with benefits including up to 11% pension contributions, 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), discounts at major retailers and cinemas, free on‑site parking, and a consistently stable workload. The company is actively growing, regularly investing in new equipment, and employs over 160 permanent staff on site.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced quality professionals, ensuring high standards are met throughout the build process and during final inspections.
• Using engineering drawings, perform checks with a variety of handheld inspection tools, conduct visual inspections (including microscope use), and contribute to checks using some automated inspection equipment.
• Ensure everything is properly documented and kept up to date from an online clerical perspective.
• Use of a CMM is also involved – training and support will be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience in a similar inspection role using handheld tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong communication skills, problem‑solving mindset, and a genuine team player who takes pride in their work.

Application

If you'd like to have a chat about the role, feel free to call Steph Grayon (phone number removed). Alternatively, send us your CV, connect with me on LinkedIn, or click the APPLY button to be considered.

Kingdom People is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client.