Quality Inspector / CMM

Workforce Staffing; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Staffing requires a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet engineering specs through precise inspections and documentation. You will operate CMMs, read drawings with GD&T, and support supplier and production quality activities in Coventry.

Role emphasizes meticulous inspection, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and SQA to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Inspection or Manufacturing Inspection.
• Experience operating and programming CMM equipment.
• Knowledge of PC-DMIS and/or Zeiss Calypso software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Competent in the use of conventional inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with drawings and specs.
• Operate and program CMMs to generate dimensional reports.
• Inspect per PIRs and verify ISIRs.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Produce inspection reports, FAIRs, ISIRs and related docs.
• Utilise verniers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges and shadowgraphs.
• Assist root-cause analysis for non-conforming products.
• Coordinate with Engineering and SQA to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure equipment is fit for purpose.
• Keep quality documentation and housekeeping high.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

PC-DMIS/Calypso

Dimensional inspection

Verniers/Micrometers

Calibration

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

Overview

The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that products meet defined quality standards and engineering specifications through accurate inspection, measurement, and documentation processes. The role involves conducting dimensional inspections using conventional measuring equipment and CMM technology, supporting supplier and production quality activities, and working closely with Engineering, Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), and Quality Engineering teams to maintain product conformity.

Location: Coventry, West Midlands. Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Friday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections of components and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to support inspection activities and generate accurate dimensional reports.
• Perform general inspection activities as detailed within Product Inspection Requests (PIRs).
• Verify supplier Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIRs), including dimensional, material, and process requirements.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and technical specifications.
• Produce inspection reports, FAIRs, ISIRs, and other quality documentation as required.
• Use a range of precision measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, shadowgraphs, and other inspection tools.
• Support investigations into non-conforming products and assist with root cause analysis activities.
• Liaise with Engineering regarding drawing queries, dimensional concerns, and product quality issues.
• Work closely with Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) to resolve supplier-related quality concerns.
• Support Quality Engineers with product validation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist in maintaining calibration awareness and ensuring inspection equipment is fit for purpose.
• Ensure all inspection records and quality documentation are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.
• Support other departments and business functions with quality and measurement-related activities as required.
• Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the role as requested by management.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous experience working within a Quality Inspection or Manufacturing Inspection environment.
• Experience operating and programming CMM equipment.
• Knowledge of PC-DMIS and/or Zeiss Calypso software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing (GD&T).
• Competent in the use of conventional inspection and measurement equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Desirable

• Experience within precision engineering, motorsport, automotive, aerospace, or high-performance manufacture.