We are looking for a detail-driven and technically strong CMM professional to join our Quality team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all products meet customer, regulatory, and ISO standards through accurate inspection, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.
Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will play a critical role in maintaining product integrity, supporting production, and driving quality excellence across the business.
The Role
As a CMM Inspector, you will:
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Programme and operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) to inspect precision components
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Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, including GD&T
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Perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) and support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions
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Ensure all inspection documentation meets customer and regulatory standards
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Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by defining and validating quality requirements
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Conduct in-process and final inspection to ensure compliance with specifications
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Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation
Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & ISO Compliance
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Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with ISO standards
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Prepare documentation for external audits
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Maintain quality records and implement corrective actions as required
Inspection & Product Approval
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Lead FAIR and PPAP activities
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Generate detailed dimensional reports using CMM software
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Verify compliance with customer specifications and industry standards
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Support customer and regulatory quality requirements
Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
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Lead and participate in 8D problem-solving investigations
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Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
Engineering & Technical Review
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Review and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
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Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve design and tolerance issues
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Ensure components meet dimensional and functional requirements
Continuous Improvement & KPIs
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Monitor and report quality KPIs
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Participate in KPI reviews and drive corrective actions
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Promote and maintain 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
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Support process optimisation across manufacturing
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Proven experience operating and programming CMM equipment
Strong understanding of metrology and precision measurement
Ability to interpret engineering drawings including GD&T
Experience with PPAP, FAIR, and NPI processes
Knowledge of ISO standards and Quality Management Systems
Experience with 8D problem-solving and root cause analysis
Strong analytical and documentation skills
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing quality role
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field — or equivalent industry experience
Desirable (Advantageous)
CQE, Six Sigma, or similar quality certification
Experience with quality management software
Project management or structured process improvement experience
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year