Quality Inspector in Eastbourne

Energy Jobline CVL; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to join a manufacturing team in Eastbourne. The role focuses on maintaining high-quality standards across the supply chain, using metrology equipment, and supporting ISIR/FAIR processes.

The ideal candidate will have ISO 9001:2015 experience, 3+ years in a machine shop environment, and strong supplier quality management skills. You will handle NCRs, root-cause analysis, and work with GD&T on complex components.

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9001:2015
• 3+ years in machine shop/manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of SPC and AQL
• Experience with CMM or Faro Arm metrology equipment
• Supplier quality management experience
• Ability to communicate supplier KPIs
• Understanding GD&T and datum points on complex parts
• Familiarity with ISO 2859-1 sampling for inspection by attributes

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, communicating quality issues clearly and accurately.
• Raise NCRs where required, communicate findings, and work with suppliers to resolve.
• Investigate non-conformances through root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Act as the main contact for quality concerns between shop floor and suppliers.
• Apply AQL inspection plans based on supplier performance and product criticality.
• Inspect sub-assemblies against drawings using metrology equipment (CMM, Faro Arm).
• Support ISIRs and FAIRs processes.
• Record deviations and non-conformances against drawings and specs.
• Work with tight tolerances and apply GD&T correctly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMM

Faro Arm

Job description

Our client is seeking a Quality Inspector to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced quality professional with a strong background in manufacturing, inspection, metrology, and supplier quality to play a key role in maintaining high standards and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.

What’s on Offer?

• Job type: Full time, permanent
• Location: Eastbourne
• Salary: £Competitive

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, communicating quality issues clearly and accurately.
• Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required, communicate findings, and work with suppliers to achieve prompt resolutions.
• Investigate non-conformances through root cause analysis and ensure agreed corrective actions are implemented.
• Act as the appointed point of contact for communicating quality concerns between the shop floor and suppliers/vendors.
• Ensure the correct AQL inspection plans and quality groups are applied to suppliers based on historical performance, supplier status, and product criticality.
• Inspect sub-assemblies against engineering drawings using a range of metrology equipment, including Faro Arm and CMM equipment.
• Support Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIRs) and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Record deviations and non-conformances against drawings and engineering specifications.
• Work with tight tolerances and apply an understanding of geometric tolerancing and datum points on complex components.
• Apply ISO 2859-1:1999 sampling procedures for inspection by attributes.

Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements:

• Experience working to ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• At least 3 years’ experience working within a machine shop or similar manufacturing engineering environment.
• Good understanding of quality and process management tools and methodologies, including SPC and AQL.
• Experience using CMM or Faro Arm equipment, alongside a range of metrology equipment typically used within machine shop environments.
• Experience managing supplier quality and working with vendors/suppliers to resolve complex quality issues.
• Experience communicating supplier KPIs and supporting supplier performance improvement.
• Understanding of geometric tolerancing, datum points, and working with complex components and tight tolerances
• Qualified to Degree, HNC or HND level in a Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing discipline.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• A quality-focused professional with strong attention to detail and a good understanding of manufacturing inspection processes.
• Someone who can communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues quickly and professionally.
• Someone confident working independently while also contributing positively to a wider manufacturing and quality team.

Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting in the workplace and consider all applications.