Shift Inspector - Days

Adept Resourcing; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is looking for a manual machinist or inspector in Sheffield to perform precision inspections of components. The ideal candidate will have experience in engineering environments, a strong focus on detail, and be able to communicate effectively with teams. Responsibilities include inspections, calibrating tools, and supporting quality initiatives. Competitive shift hours offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a machine shop or precision engineering environment.
• Evidence of metrology training or CMM exposure is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of machining practices and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of machined and manufactured components.
• Interpret engineering drawings and apply measurement techniques.
• Calibrate and maintain measurement gauges.

Skills

Measurement techniques

Machining processes

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Education

Formal apprenticeship or NVQ/City & Guilds in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

FARO Arm portable CMM

Metrology tools

Job description

Overview

Ensure precision-machined and fabricated components meet customer specifications and quality standards through timely in-process, first-off, and final inspection on the day shift (06:00-16:00, Monday to Thursday).

Responsibilities

• Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspection of machined/manufactured components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings including tolerances, GD&T, surface finish, and material specifications.
• Use a full range of metrology tools such as micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges, and surface plates.
• Record inspection results in reports and ERP/MRP systems, maintaining full traceability at all stages.
• Raise NCRs and support containment and corrective actions; liaise closely with Production and Quality teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Conduct line checks and patrol inspections during production to prevent defects and reduce scrap.
• Support FAIR/PPAP and customer quality documentation as required.
• Calibrate and maintain gauges, reporting and tagging any out-of-tolerance equipment.
• Contribute to 5S, continuous improvement, and safe working practices (H&S).
• Provide clear handovers to subsequent shifts and communicate effectively with the Quality team.

Desirable (Advantageous)

• Experience using FARO Arm portable CMM and basic PolyWorks reporting.
• Familiarity with CMM operation (any brand) and/or blue-light or laser scanning.
• Background in precision machining, fabrication, or heavy engineering environments.

About You

• A time-served manual machinist or inspector looking to develop further in a detailed inspection role.
• Strong understanding of measurement techniques, machining processes, and shop-floor workflows.
• Committed to working to ISO 9001 (or similar) with excellent attention to detail and a right-first-time mindset.
• A confident communicator able to challenge, collaborate, and help close the loop on quality issues.
• Computer-literate (MS Office/ERP/MRP) with accurate and tidy documentation habits.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in a machine shop or precision engineering environment.
• Formal apprenticeship or NVQ/City & Guilds in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (preferred).
• Evidence of metrology training or CMM exposure (beneficial).

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