Quality Inspector (Nights) - Aerospace Manufacturing Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: £48,000 per annum (including 33% shift premium) Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30pm-4:30am | Friday 2:30pm-7:30pm About the Role We are recruiting for a Quality Inspector (Night Shift) to join a leading international engineering and manufacturing company based in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Inspector, Quality Inspector, or CMM Inspector with an aerospace or precision engineering background to take the next step in their career. What's on Offer * Salary: £36,159 33% shift premium (approx. £48,000 total) * Overtime paid at enhanced rates * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Death in service benefit (2x annual salary) * Company pension scheme * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) * Free on-site parking Key Responsibilities * Carry out mechanical inspection of aerospace components at all stages of manufacture * Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI) and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) * Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and perform internal audits * Use precision inspection tools including verniers, micrometers, bore micrometers, height gauges, and DTIs * Identify recurring quality issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions * Conduct root cause analysis (5Y, 8D, SPC) and drive continuous improvement initiatives * Support New Product Introduction (NPI) using FMEA, APQP, and PPAP methodologies * Manage calibration control for all measurement instruments Skills & Experience * Time-served Mechanical or Quality Inspector from an engineering or aerospace environment * Aability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications * Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality systems and internal auditing * Background in precision machining, fabrication, or surface treatments * Knowledge of NADCAP processes desirable * Experience using Lean Manufacturing tools such as Kaizen, 5S, and Continuous Improvement * CMM experience would be advantageous * Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently Apply Today If you are a Mechanical Inspector looking for a rewarding role within a respected aerospace manufacturer, apply now or call Julia @ Prime Appointments to find out more. Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position