Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector
Hungerford
£32,000 - £36,000 per annum
We are currently recruiting for a Quality Inspector to join an established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in the design, development and manufacture of composite products.
Quality Inspector Roles and Responsibilities:
* Carry out visual, dimensional and functional inspections of composite components
* Use precision measuring equipment including callipers, micrometres, height gauges and other inspection tools
* Inspect products against engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements
* Identify defects, quality issues and non-conformances and escalate where required
* Complete inspection reports, NCRs, concessions and other quality documentation
* Maintain accurate inspection and quality records
* Check material certification, batch traceability and manufacturing documentation
* Support investigations into quality issues and root cause analysis
* Assist with corrective and preventative actions
* Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure quality standards are maintained
* Work closely with Engineering and Production to support continuous improvement
* Identify opportunities to improve inspection methods and quality controls
* Support customer, supplier and third-party audits when required
* Ensure inspection equipment is correctly calibrated and report any calibration requirements
* Support quality plans, control plans, inspection procedures and work instructions
Quality Inspector Ideal Candidate:
* Level 3 qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
* 2–3 years' experience within a Quality Inspection or Quality Assurance role in a manufacturing environment
* Experience within composites, aerospace or advanced manufacturing would be advantageous
* Good understanding of quality inspection techniques and manufacturing processes
* Able to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications
* Experience with NCRs, corrective actions and quality documentation
* Confident using precision measuring equipment
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma would be advantageous
* Good communication skills and able to work effectively across Engineering, Production and Quality teams
* Confident using Microsoft Office and electronic Quality Management Systems
Quality Inspector Working Hours:
* Monday – Thursday, 07:30 – 16:00
* Friday, 07:30 – 13:00
* 40 hours a week
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