Quality Inspector (Contract)
Telford
Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience
Job Overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Quality Inspector to join an established engineering organisation within a Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) team. The role plays a key part in ensuring incoming parts and materials meet required specifications, quality standards, and customer expectations.
The successful candidate will support day-to-day quality inspection activities, contributing to customer satisfaction, compliance, delivery performance, and cost control, while adhering to health and safety and corporate procedures.
Key Responsibilities
1. Inspect incoming components and materials to verify correct quantities and compliance with purchase orders
2. Ensure components meet required quality standards and specifications
3. Liaise with relevant internal departments to support efficient booking-in and material flow
4. Maintain accurate quality records, documentation, and filing in line with company procedures
5. Support internal, customer, and third-party audits when required
6. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and comply with 5S principles
7. Participate in quality and QHSE activities, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives
8. Undertake training to ensure compliance with regulatory, legislative, and corporate requirements
9. Provide support across other areas of the materials management function, including kitting, stocktaking, and dispatch
10. Be flexible and willing to work overtime, including evenings and weekends, as business demands require
11. Travel occasionally for work purposes, including overnight stays where necessary
Skills and Experience
Essential:
12. High level of attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy
13. Ability to read and interpret engineering and CAD drawings
14. Experience using measurement equipment such as micrometers, verniers, and other inspection tools
15. Good verbal and written communication skills
16. Strong organisational and time management skills
17. Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to changing priorities
18. Computer literate, with basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (training provided)
19. Able to work independently as well as part of a team
20. Reliable, punctual, and professional with a proactive “can-do” attitude
21. Demonstrates problem-solving skills and sound judgement
Desirable:
22. Time-served apprenticeship in an engineering discipline
23. Previous experience in a quality inspection or engineering manufacturing environment
Personal Attributes
24. Flexible and adaptable
25. Calm and methodical under pressure
26. Quality-focused with a commitment to continuous improvement
27. Strong work ethic and positive approach to teamwork
This role is ideal for an experienced Quality Inspector or engineering professional seeking a hands-on role within a technical and quality-driven environment.
Working Hours
28. Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:45
29. Friday: 08:00 – 12:00
30. Overtime, including evenings and weekends, may be required depending on business needs.
Benefits
31. Auto-enrolment pension scheme
32. Starting holiday entitlement of 33 days (including bank holidays)
33. Training and development opportunities
34. Stable, long-term employment within a growing engineering environment