Quality Inspector - Manufacturing & CI

Major Newton Aycliffe; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 42,706,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

Major Recruitment is seeking a QA Technician to join the quality team in a manufacturing environment. The role involves conducting inspections (first-off, in-process and final) and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure product conformity.

You will read specifications, use verniers and micrometers, and generate accurate inspection reports while supporting non-conformance investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a QA Technician, Quality Technician or Quality Inspector role.
• Manufacturing or engineering background
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Responsibilities

• Conducting first-off, in-process and final inspections
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Carrying out dimensional inspections using verniers, micrometres, height gauges and inspection equipment
• Completing inspection reports and quality documentation accurately
• Supporting investigations into non-conformances and corrective actions
• Assisting with root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities
• Supporting internal audits and process checks
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues
• Supporting the maintenance of ISO quality standards and systems

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Inspection documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Verniers & micrometres

Height gauges

Inspection equipment

Job description

Major Recruitment is seeking a QA Technician to join the quality team in a manufacturing environment. The role involves conducting inspections (first-off, in-process and final) and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure product conformity.

You will read specifications, use verniers and micrometers, and generate accurate inspection reports while supporting non-conformance investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.