Quality Inspector (Precision Engineering)

Interaction Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Inspector for a full-time role in Hinckley, Leicestershire. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in precision engineering inspections, proficient in quality assurance techniques and tools. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a 4-day working week and opportunities for training and progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime available

4-day working week

22 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a quality inspection role within aerospace or precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of FAIR AS9102, Control Plans, FMEA, and visual inspection techniques.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on in-process and finished components to ensure compliance.
• Use precision measurement tools for accurate assessments.
• Document and communicate inspection results clearly.

Skills

Quality inspection

Root cause analysis

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Tools

CMM equipment

Job description

Overview

Quality Inspector (Precision Engineering) – Hinckley, Leicestershire

• Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire
• Salary: £37,000-£42,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday – Thursday (4-day week) with rotating start times
• Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The Package

• Competitive hourly rate + monthly shift allowance
• Overtime available @ 1.5x
• 4-day working week (Friday off)
• 22 days annual leave + Public Holidays (pro rata)
• Training & development opportunities
• Internal progression routes
• Company pension scheme
• Company sick pay

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on in-process and finished components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Use precision measurement tools and first principle techniques for accurate assessments
• Operate CMM equipment (PC-DMIS preferred); programming experience is advantageous
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) methods during inspections
• Inspect high-precision, tight-tolerance machined and assembled parts
• Document and communicate inspection results clearly to relevant teams
• Maintain and manage calibration equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with production teams to uphold quality standards and resolve issues
• Support general quality assurance activities as required

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a quality inspection role within aerospace or precision engineering
• Strong understanding of FAIR AS9102, Control Plans, FMEA, and visual inspection techniques
• Skilled in root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or within a team

About Interaction Recruitment

Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants across various industries within the UK, including but not limited to Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support.