Location: Birmingham / West Midlands
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Benefits
About the Role
Are you a meticulous Quality Inspector looking to take the next step in your engineering career?
We are a well-established, industry-leading UK manufacturer of precision components. We are seeking a dedicated Quality Inspector to join our busy quality department.
If you have a strong background in mechanical inspection using traditional measuring equipment, we want to hear from you. While previous CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) experience is a bonus, it is not essential—full training on our CMM equipment will be provided for the right candidate!
Key Responsibilities
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Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspection of precision-machined components.
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Use a wide range of hand-held measuring tools (micrometers, verniers, height gauges, bore gauges, plug/thread gauges).
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Read and accurately interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and geometric tolerances (GD&T).
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Identify, document, and quarantine non-conforming parts, raising Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when necessary.
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Assist in maintaining quality documentation and batch traceability records.
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Learn and operate CMM equipment (training provided).
What We Are Looking For
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Experience: Proven track record in a mechanical inspection or quality control role within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
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Technical Skills: Confident reading engineering drawings and using standard manual measuring equipment.
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Detail-Oriented: A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to high standards.
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Mindset: A proactive team player eager to learn new skills and software, including CMM operation.
What We Offer
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Comprehensive CMM Training: Upskill your technical repertoire with hands-on training on our coordinate measuring machines.
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Stability: Join a secure, long-standing manufacturing business with a strong reputation.
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Competitive Package: Attractive salary, standard pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance.
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Work-Life Balance: Standard day-shift hours with potential for overtime
Salary description
£15.00 - £17.00 per hour