Quality Inspector

Position Summary A growing engineering and manufacturing organisation is expanding its Quality team to support increasing demand, product complexity and manufacturing activity. This is a new role providing product inspection support, primarily for goods received from suppliers and internal machining operations, while also supporting in-process and final inspection activities. Key Responsibilities * Carry out visual and dimensional inspections of incoming goods, machined components, assemblies and finished products against engineering drawings and specifications. * Use hand-measuring tools, magnification equipment and CMMs (preferably PC-DMIS) to verify product quality and dimensional accuracy. * Review supplier documentation and maintain accurate, traceable inspection records, reports and stock records. * Perform in-process, goods-inwards and final inspections, monitoring manufacturing and assembly activities. * Identify defects, raise non-conformance reports (NCRs), support investigations and root-cause analysis, and work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues. * Ensure correct handling, storage and traceability of components while supporting quality, safety and environmental procedures. Essential Requirements * Minimum 3 years' experience in a Quality Inspector or similar quality role within aerospace, space, engineering, precision manufacturing or a related industry. * Experience in visual and dimensional inspection, including the use of hand-measuring instruments, magnification equipment and CMMs (PC-DMIS preferred). * Working knowledge of NDT methods and AS9100; ISO 9001 experience is acceptable as a minimum alternative. * Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications. * Experience with NCR processes, quality documentation and customer/supplier liaison. * Good IT skills, including MS Office, strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and support junior colleagues. * Existing right to work in the UK. Desirable * Engineering-related qualification. xjnqpsq * Experience using Keyence optical measurement equipment. * Background in precision engineering inspection or quality assurance