Quality Inspector
Location: Tameside
Salary: £17.58 per hour + Overtime (Potential to earn £45,000+ per annum with overtime)
Hours:
* Monday to Thursday: 07:45am – 17:00pm
* Friday: 07:45am – 10:45pm
Benefits:
* 25 Days Holiday + 8 Statutory Days
* Onsite Parking
* Pension Scheme
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Inspector to join our client who are a well established precision engineering firm based in Tameside. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, they specialise in the manufacture of high-precision components for a variety of industries. The company operates from a modern facility and is committed to continuous improvement, investing in both advanced machinery and the development of its workforce. They maintain a strong focus on delivering products that meet exacting customer standards, supported by a dedicated quality control team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform formal evaluations and inspections of machined products at various stages (first-off, patrol, and final inspections) to ensure compliance with manufacturing procedures and quality standards.
* Accurately record all measurements and inspection checks.
* Identify and respond to quality issues as they arise.
* Report quality issues to the appropriate personnel.
* Assess feasibility of rework and implement corrective actions when required.
* Liaise with internal departments to promote the delivery of high-quality products.
* Work cooperatively with team members and accept constructive feedback from management.
Qualifications:
* Fully time-served engineer
* Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Proficient in using manual measuring equipment such as micrometers, vernier calipers, and height gauges
* Ability to reverse engineer and create detailed reports from samples
* Experience in completing customer documentation
* Familiar with the control and calibration of inspection, measuring, and test equipment per company procedures
* Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Skilled in producing clear, concise written reports
* Capable of working to both company and customer quality plans