Quality Inspector (Aerospace)

Fowlers of Bristol Engineers Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Bristol is looking for an Inspector – Aerospace to join their quality assurance team. The role involves inspecting aerospace sheet metal and machined parts, reading engineering drawings, and conducting non-conformance investigations. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience and familiarity with AS9100 procedures. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate, significant holiday benefits, and potential bonuses based on company performance.

Benefits

26 days holiday pay

Sales bonus up to £50 per week

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience of working to AS9100 / ISO 9001 QMS procedures.
• Knowledge of precision machining and sheet metalwork from an inspection perspective.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aerospace sheet metal and machined parts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Conduct non-conformance investigations and reporting.

Skills

Experience with engineering measuring equipment

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good knowledge of engineering processes

Ability to work in a team

Use of Microsoft Office software

Tools

Aberlink CMM

Micrometers

Height gauges

Shadowgraph

Job description

Job Title

Inspector – Aerospace

Reporting To

Lead Inspector

Location

Avonmouth, Bristol

Contract Type

Permanent / Full Time

Hours

37.5 hours per Week

The Company

Fowlers of Bristol (Engineers) Ltd is a well-established Bristol based manufacturing firm which produces high quality, sheet metal & precision engineered products predominantly for the Aerospace, Defence and Nuclear industries. We employ approx. 29 staff and operate a single day shift with occasional overtime.

Job Description

Reporting to the Lead Inspector, the successful candidate will be part of a 4 strong QA team, with a focus on inspection of aerospace sheet metal & machined parts while assisting with other day-to-day duties within the department.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Read & interpret engineering drawings
• Inspection of parts using manual equipment such as micrometers, height gauges, shadowgraph etc, plus use of CMM will be required
• General QA activities such as goods inwards receipt inspection and raw material control
• Liaising with the Engineering Manager and the Production Planner to ensure work going through the department is completed in a timely and efficient manner to meet both customer & company targets
• Non-conformance investigations and reporting

The Person

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience of working to AS9100 / ISO 9001 QMS procedures
• A good working knowledge of engineering processes (precision machining, sheet metalwork, presswork, fabrication & welding) from an inspection perspective
• Experience in the use of various engineering measuring equipment’s (including Aberlink CMM)
• Experience with completion of production verification activities F.A.I.R.s
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team and on own initiative
• Use of Microsoft office software

The Package

Rate: Starting rate - £15.38 to £18.72 per hr + Bonus & O / T dependent on capability & experience

Flexible Working Hours: Full Time Position, 37.5 hours per week between the following times; Mon to Thurs - 05.15 to 16.00, Fri - 05.15 to 12.00 (start 05.15, 06.15 or 07.15 & finish 14.00, 15.00 or 16.00), additional hours will be required as and when the job demands, any overtime worked will be paid at a premium rate.

Overtime may be required as the job demands, any additional hours will be paid at the following rates; 1.33 x hourly rate for first 4 hours, 1.5 x hourly rate for any overtime worked after the first 4 hours.

Holidays: 26 days holiday pay + statutory days (pro‑rata based on a 37.5 hour working week).

Bonus: Sales Bonus which ranges between £10 to £50 per week depending on company performance.

Bonus Eligibility Period: After first 3 Months probationary period.

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