Quality Inspector - 4-Day Week in Precision Engineering

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day week

25 days leave

Specialist environment

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is representing a precision engineering and manufacturing business in Reading, Berkshire. They seek two Quality Inspectors to join a dedicated team and oversee inspections from incoming materials to final checks, ensuring adherence to drawings and quality standards.

The role offers a four-day week (Mon–Thu), with a starting salary of £33,000 per annum plus 25 days leave and statutory holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality inspection role within engineering/manufacturing.
• Experience producing First Article Inspection Reports.
• Experience using a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to support inspection.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and check against dimensional specifications.
• Knowledge of inspection procedures, non-conformance reporting and quality documentation.
• Experience with AS9100 or Nadcap is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) using a CMM to support dimensional inspection.
• Carry out roaming and final inspections across manufactured products.
• Inspect incoming goods and components from subcontract suppliers.
• Check first-off production parts against drawings and quality requirements.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers on quality queries, non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Prepare Certificates of Conformity and associated delivery documentation.
• Assist with calibration control and monitoring of internal/external equipment.
• Raise subcontract purchase orders with approved suppliers.
• Collaborate with management and shop-floor on quality matters and improvements.
• Support development of a strong quality culture within the business.
• Maintain AS9100 and Nadcap quality approvals.
• Undertake additional duties as agreed with the Chief Inspector or Quality Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Tools

CMM Aberlink

Job description

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is representing a precision engineering and manufacturing business in Reading, Berkshire. They seek two Quality Inspectors to join a dedicated team and oversee inspections from incoming materials to final checks, ensuring adherence to drawings and quality standards.

The role offers a four-day week (Mon–Thu), with a starting salary of £33,000 per annum plus 25 days leave and statutory holidays.