Quality Inspector - Automotive

Adecco; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Quality Inspector for the Automotive Department in Birmingham. The role involves inspecting painted components to maintain high-quality standards and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a quality role and a full UK driving license. This position requires attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a quality role within manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of painted components.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain traceability records.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Organisational abilities

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector - Automotive Department

📍 Location: Birmingham

🏭 Department: Paint

🎯 Reports To: Quality Manager / Paint Department Supervisor

💼 Responsible For: Ensuring the quality and compliance of painted automotive components

🕒 Working Hours & Pay Rates

• Early Shift (06:00 - 14:00): £13.25 per hour
• Late Shift (14:00 - 22:00): £13.75 per hour

🚗 Role Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Quality Inspector to join our Paint Department within a leading automotive manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in maintaining high-quality standards by inspecting painted components throughout the production process, ensuring they meet both customer specifications and internal quality benchmarks.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of painted components at various production stages
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards
• Conduct paint quality audits, outflow checks, and packaging inspections
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain traceability records
• Identify, contain, and escalate non-conforming products
• Collaborate with production teams to uphold quality standards and resolve issues
• Support customer and supplier site inspections when required
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment in line with 5S principles
• Provide support across departments when needed

📚 Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in a quality role within a manufacturing or automotive environment
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IATF 16949 and ISO 14001
• Basic numeracy, literacy, and IT skills
• Full UK driving licence required
• Willingness to undertake further training and development

🧠 Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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