Quality Inspector – Full Time – Soake

Catering; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekend working

Free parking

Temp to Perm opportunity

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

QUALITY INSPECTOR role in Waterlooville, Hampshire, is a temporary position within a growing electronics manufacturer. The role focuses on inspecting high-reliability PCB assemblies and finished products in a clean production environment.

The candidate will carry out visual and functional inspections, interpret engineering drawings, and document results while supporting NCRs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing or quality inspection.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience using microscopes and measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of NCRs and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out visual and functional inspections of electronic assemblies and finished products.
• Perform first-off, in-process and final inspections.
• Identify defects such as soldering faults and component placement errors.
• Record inspection results and maintain quality documentation.
• Raise non-conformances and support root cause investigations.

Skills

Visual inspection

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Documentation & NCRs

Measurement equipment

Tools

Microscopes

Verniers/calipers

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Quality Inspector – Waterlooville, Hampshire – £14.24ph
Monday to Friday – 8am-4pm – Temp to Perm

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking for a stable Monday to Friday role with a growing electronics manufacturer in Waterlooville, Hampshire?

We’re recruiting for a Quality Inspector to join a quality-focused manufacturing team where you’ll be inspecting high-reliability electronic assemblies in a clean, modern production environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your inspection experience whilst developing your career within the electronics industry.

What’s in it for you?

• £14.24 per hour
• No weekend working
• Free parking & easy transport links
• Temp to Perm opportunity
• Supportive & experienced team
• Clean, modern manufacturing environment
• Ongoing training & development

The Role

As a Quality Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring electronic components, PCB assemblies & finished products meet customer specifications and the highest quality standards.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Carrying out visual & functional inspections of electronic assemblies, PCBAs & finished products
• Performing first-off, in-process & final inspections
• Identifying defects including soldering faults, component placement errors & wiring discrepancies
• Reading engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs & work instructions
• Using inspection microscopes, vernier callipers & electronic test equipment
• Recording inspection results & maintaining accurate quality documentation
• Raising non-conformance reports (NCRs) where required
• Supporting root cause investigations & corrective actions
• Working closely with Production, Engineering & Quality teams
• Maintaining high housekeeping & health & safety standards

What we’re looking for

To be successful in this Quality Inspector role in Waterlooville, Hampshire, you’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in electronics manufacturing or quality inspection
• Experience inspecting PCB assemblies & electronic components
• Ability to read engineering drawings & schematics
• Strong attention to detail & a methodical approach
• Experience using microscopes, measuring equipment & electronic test equipment
• IPC-A-610 certification (advantageous)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems (desirable)
• A positive attitude & strong team-work skills

Job Number ¦ (phone number removed)/ INDINDUSTRIALBC
Location ¦ Waterlooville, Hampshire
Role ¦ Quality Inspector

Salary: £12.71 – £14.24/hour

Job Type: Temporary

Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire