Quality Inspector/ Co-Ordinator

Isaac Gracie; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dundee is seeking an experienced quality control (QC) inspector/co-ordinator. The role focuses on ensuring that components meet exacting engineering standards and involves QC inspection, reporting, and supporting quality initiatives. Candidates should have a background in mechanical engineering and hands-on QC experience.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on QC inspection background with engineered components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

• Inspect internally and externally produced components against drawings/specs.
• Maintain clear and accurate inspection records and related documentation.
• Support quality initiatives and suggest improvements.

Skills

QC inspection

Ability to read engineering drawings

Hands-on experience with engineered components

Education

Background in mechanical engineering

Job description

Overview

Our client is going through a sustained period of growth and with several recent significant business wins they are looking for an experienced quality control (QC) inspector/co-ordinator. While you'll also support stores, packing, and shipping, the main focus of this role is ensuring that every component meets exacting engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• QC inspection (core focus): Inspect internally and externally produced components against drawings/specs using GD&T and metrology tools.
• Reporting: Maintain clear and accurate inspection records, NCR registers, calibrations, and related documentation.
• Continuous improvement: Support quality initiatives, suggest improvements, and help drive best practice across production.
• Supportive tasks (training provided): Book in, locate, and manage stock using ERP/MRP.
• Prepare components for road/air/sea freight and complete shipping documentation.
• Follow safe manual‑handling and 5S practices to maintain an organised shopfloor.

Qualifications

• You will have a background in mechanical engineering.
• Strong hands‑on QC inspection background with engineered components.
• You will have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.

Opportunity and Schedule

This is a great opportunity to become the quality champion in a collaborative engineering environment. This role is based Monday to Friday (half day).

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package.