Quality Control Inspector – Aluminium Windows & Doors
Job Overview
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established windows and doors manufacturer operating from workshop through to installation. Our client is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to ensure aluminium profiles, claddings, and accessories meet required quality standards before progressing through production.
This is a practical, shopfloor-based role, ideal for someone with experience in aluminium finishing, powder coating, anodising, or manufacturing quality inspection.
Key Responsibilities
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Inspect aluminium profiles, claddings, and accessories for powder coating or anodising quality
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Identify surface defects, damage, or inconsistencies and report findings
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Ensure all products meet company quality standards before moving to the next production stage
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Apply protective tape to visible faces to prevent damage during handling and transport
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Prepare materials in line with PPC and designer specifications prior to powder coating
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Sign off PPC sheets for materials sent to and received from powder coaters or taken from stock
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Maintain accurate records of inspections, defects, and corrective actions
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Follow all Health & Safety and Environmental procedures at all times
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Report quality issues, risks, or hazards to the Production Manager
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Maintain punctuality and adhere to working hours and break schedules
Skills & Experience Required
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Previous experience in quality control, quality inspection, or manufacturing inspection
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Experience with aluminium products, powder coating, anodising, or metal fabrication preferred
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Strong attention to detail and ability to spot surface defects
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Comfortable working in a workshop or factory environment
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Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements
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Reliable, organised, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Desirable (Not Essential)
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Experience within windows, doors, glazing, or aluminium systems
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Ability to read production schedules or PPC sheets
What’s on Offer
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Stable, long-term role with a growing manufacturer
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Hands-on position with responsibility and ownership
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Supportive production team and structured processes
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Competitive pay depending on experience