The Overview
This role involves taking full ownership of the inspection and quality control processes within a precision engineering environment. Working as part of a small, highly skilled team, you’ll inspect complex components to tight tolerances using a range of manual and automated metrology equipment. The position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Key Responsibilities
• Inspect precision components and tooling to tight tolerances.
• Operate and maintain inspection and metrology equipment, including CMMs, optical scanners, and microscopes.
• Verify components against engineering drawings, CAD data, and specifications.
• Record, report, and communicate inspection results accurately.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure equipment is operating correctly.
• Support production and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all quality assurance processes meet company and customer standards.
• Contribute to process development to improve right-first-time manufacturing.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised inspection area.
The Candidate
Proven experience in precision component inspection within a manufacturing or toolmaking environment.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
Confident using both manual and automated inspection tools.
CMM programming or operation experience is highly desirable.
Knowledge of ISO quality standards and inspection documentation.
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
Strong communicator, proactive, and able to work independently.
Enthusiastic about precision engineering and continuous improvement.
Salary
£35,000- £50,000, dependent on experience.
Additional benefits include:
Overtime opportunities
Company pension scheme
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Supportive environment with development opportunities
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