Quality Inspector

NexGen Consultancy LTD; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CNC-based precision engineering firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Quality Inspector. The successful candidate will conduct inspection patrols, utilize Mitutoyo measuring equipment, and ensure compliance with strict quality standards across aerospace, defence, and automotive sectors. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and long-term stability in a supportive team environment, along with opportunities for career development and training.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality inspection in CNC precision engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with quality tools like FMEA, PPAP, and 8D.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection patrols and detailed inspection of precision components.
• Use Mitutoyo measuring equipment (including CMM) accurately.
• Document inspection results and raise non-conformance reports.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Mitutoyo equipment knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, BTEC)

Tools

CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)

MCOSMOS software

Job description

Job Title : Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering (CNC)

Job Type : Full-Time | Permanent

Industry : Precision Engineering | Aerospace | Automotive | Defence

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join our client's growing team within a leading CNC-based precision engineering company. Working across aerospace, defence, and automotive sectors, you will be responsible for ensuring components meet strict quality standards using advanced inspection techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection patrols

Perform detailed inspection of precision CNC-machined components

Use Mitutoyo measuring equipment (including CMM) for accurate assessments

Operate CMMs using MCOSMOS software

Interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications

Ensure compliance with industry standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)

Document inspection results and raise non-conformance reports

Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve issues

Requirements

Proven experience in quality inspection within a CNC precision engineering environment

Strong knowledge of Mitutoyo equipment and MCOSMOS CMM software (DESIRABLE)

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerances

Experience working to high-spec standards for aerospace, defence, or automotive sectors

Good communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable

Engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, BTEC, etc.)

Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, 8D, etc.)

Experience with visual or non-contact inspection systems

What We Offer

Competitive salary package

Stable, long-term position in a well-established engineering firm

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and career development opportunities