Quality Inspector

Rubicon Recruitment; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to work in a precision engineering company in Ferndown. The successful candidate will manage inspection processes to ensure compliance with stringent quality standards. This role offers £18ph on stable day shifts and opportunities in high-spec projects like aerospace and automotive. If you are driven by accuracy and continuous improvement, this role could be your perfect next step.

Benefits

£18ph on stable day shift

Long-term opportunity

Exposure to high-spec projects

Autonomy over inspection processes

Structured working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mechanical inspection or precision manufacturing role.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Methodical approach to documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting raw materials and finished components to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Using precision tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Maintaining accurate inspection records for traceability.

Skills

Mechanical inspection experience

Proficiency with inspection tools

Understanding of ISO9001 standards

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Overview

Quality Inspector Poole £18ph (Day Shift)

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for precision engineering? Do you enjoy working in a structured environment where quality is everything? If you're motivated by accuracy, consistency, and continuous improvement, this Quality Inspector role could be your ideal next step.

You'll be joining a long-established precision engineering company in Ferndown, supplying complex components to high-spec sectors including aerospace, nuclear, and automotive. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to innovation, this is a business where your technical expertise and process-driven mindset will be truly valued.

Benefits

• £18ph on a stable day shift
• Long-term opportunity with a respected local employer
• Exposure to high-spec, precision engineering projects
• Autonomy and ownership over inspection processes
• Structured and process-led working environment

Responsibilities

• Inspecting raw materials and finished components to ensure compliance with specifications
• Using precision tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Maintaining accurate inspection records and documentation for traceability
• Collaborating with production teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 standards

Experience

• Previous experience in a mechanical inspection or precision manufacturing role
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and interpreting technical drawings
• Familiarity with ISO9001 and ideally AS9100 quality standards
• A methodical approach to documentation and compliance

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella at Rubicon for more information.