Quality Inspector – Aerospace Precision Engineering
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: circa £35k, dependent on experience
A precision engineering business in Greater Manchester is looking to appoint a Quality Inspector to join its close-knit quality team. This company manufactures complex aluminium components for aerospace customers, supplying both strategic long-term contracts and urgent AOG requirements. With a strong reputation for quality and delivery, they offer a stable and technically engaging work environment.
The Role
As a Quality Inspector, you’ll be responsible for the dimensional inspection of precision-machined aerospace components. You’ll work with a range of manual inspection tools including micrometers, verniers, calipers, and gauges, alongside operating a PC-DMIS CMM (no programming required). The work involves interpreting engineering drawings and customer specifications to ensure compliance with tight tolerances and GD&T requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carrying out dimensional inspections on complex machined parts
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Using manual inspection tools and CMM equipment
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Interpreting engineering drawings and applying GD&T
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Ensuring components meet all customer and internal quality standards
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Communicating effectively within the quality and production teams
The Person
We’re looking for a skilled Quality Inspector with experience inspecting precision-machined components, ideally within aerospace or similar regulated sectors. You’ll have strong working knowledge of GD&T, a good eye for detail, and confidence reading technical drawings. This is a hands-on role in a busy environment, so a proactive attitude and good communication skills are essential.
What’s on Offer:
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A permanent position in a well-established and respected engineering firm
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Opportunity to work on critical aerospace components
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Supportive working culture and modern inspection facilities
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Salary and benefits package tailored to experience
To express interest or find out more, please get in touch. Interviews are being arranged quickly for suitable candidates