Quality Inspector - CNC Precision Machining - Day Shift (Mon-Fri) If you're a hands-on mechanical inspector who values precision, clear standards and a stable Monday-Friday routine, this is a strong opportunity with an established aerospace precision engineering company in Basildon. You'll be inspecting first-offs and production components using manual measuring equipment, completing FAIR paperwork, and-if you want to develop-there's scope to build skills on CMM/PC-DMIS (advantageous, not essential).
What you'll care about
* Permanent role in Basildon
* Day shift, Monday to Friday (no rotating shifts)
* Hands-on manual inspection (micrometers, gauges, verniers, etc.)
* Inspect first-off, in-process and final CNC machined parts (plus goods-in/subcontract checks where required)
* Quality paperwork including FAIRs (and PPAP support where applicable)
* CMM exposure available; PC-DMIS/QCT experience welcomed but not essential
* Supportive inspection team and clear processes aligned to AS9100
Key responsibilities
* Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection of CNC machined components
* Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and specifications
* Use manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges
* Operate inspection equipment including CMM (PC-DMIS preferred)
* Complete and maintain FAIR documentation and quality records
* Support PPAP requirements where applicable
* Work to AS9100 procedures and maintain high quality standards
* Assist with goods-in/subcontract inspection where subcontractors are utilised
Skills & experience
Essential
* Experience in mechanical/precision inspection within a manufacturing environment
* Confident interpreting engineering drawings and working to tolerances
* Competent with manual measuring tools (micrometers, gauges, etc.)
* Basic measurement calculations / basic trigonometry
* Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
Desirable (not essential)
* CMM programming/operation experience (PC-DMIS and/or QCT)
* Familiarity with QMS systems and aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100)
* Experience completing FAIRs and/or supporting PPAP
Ideal for
This role could suit someone early in their inspection career looking to train and develop, or an experienced inspector looking for a stable, secure position.
This is a permanent vacancy with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
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