You’ll be responsible for checking products, identifying defects, and ensuring all items meet strict quality standards before leaving the production line. This role suits someone with strong attention to detail and confidence using measurement tools.
Key Responsibilities
Product inspection — Carry out visual and dimensional checks on finished and in‑process items.
Goods Inwards Inspection – Carry out visual and dimensional checks on purchased products to internal / external standards. Hardness Testing of Heat Treated components
Measurement tools — Use verniers, micrometres, gauges and templates to verify accuracy. CMM experience advantageous
Defect reporting — Record non‑conformances and communicate issues to supervisors.
Shopfloor inspections — Ensuring quality of products is up to expectations as well as ensuring all equipment is being used correctly and accurately.
Quality documentation — Complete inspection sheets, reports and traceability records.
Process compliance — Follow all quality procedures and maintain high standards.
Team collaboration — Work closely with production teams to resolve issues quickly.
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in quality inspection or a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read technical drawings (advantageous).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Confident using measurement tools.
Good communication and problem‑solving skills.
Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
Confident to converse with customer / supplier in the absence of the Quality Manager in quality related issues.
Hours & Pay
Days – standard daytime working hours.
£13.50–£14 per hour, depending on experience.
Progression – There is a great opportunity for progression for the right candidate.
Permanent, long‑term role with stability and progression opportunities.