CMM Inspector – Staplehurst, Kent
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum DOE
Are you an experienced CMM Inspector looking to join a forward‑thinking engineering manufacturer? Our client, a long‑established leader in specialist precision products, is expanding its Quality & Inspection team and is seeking a talented professional to join them.
You’ll support the inspection of high‑spec components used across scientific, defence and advanced engineering sectors, working with state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and metrology technology. This is a permanent day‑shift role with excellent development potential.
Key Responsibilities
* Programme, operate and run CMM equipment
* Complete first‑article, in‑process and final inspections
* Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and GD&T
* Use manual metrology tools including micrometers and height gauges
* Produce inspection reports and quality documentation
* Identify and document non‑conformities
* Support corrective actions and continuous improvement
* Collaborate closely with production, design and engineering teams
* Maintain calibration and proper use of all measurement equipment
* Work within ISO9001 standards
About the Role
* Inspect precision components for advanced applications
* Operate within a modern manufacturing environment
* Work collaboratively across engineering and R&D teams
* Apply high‑accuracy inspection techniques to varied components
* Permanent days – no shifts or nights
* Join a business investing in automation and new technology
Essential Skills
* Hands‑on CMM operation experience
* Strong GD&T and dimensional inspection knowledge
* Ability to read complex technical drawings
* Skilled with precision metrology tools
* Background in aerospace, defence, medical or similar industries
* Excellent attention to detail and quality focus
* Experience with ISO9001
* Strong communication and teamwork
Desirable
* CMM programming
* Experience with sheet metal or machined components
* AS9102/FAI experience
* Knowledge of optical/laser inspection systems
Benefits
Competitive pay
Benenden health cover
Competitive holiday allowance
Quarterly performance bonus
Comprehensive sick pay
Enhanced pension
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year