Quality Inspector
📍 Location: Hedge End
🕒 Contract: Full-time
Hours: 7am - 3pm or 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday)
About the Role
We're looking for a Goods-In Quality Inspector to take ownership of incoming part and component quality within our supply chain. Acting as the key contact for supplier quality management, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that all materials meet required standards-helping us maintain our commitment to excellence and continuity of supply for our customers.
What You'll Do
Inspect and test incoming materials and components to ensure compliance with quality and technical specifications.
Record and maintain accurate quality control data and inspection results.
Support the First Article Inspection (FAI) process by assessing sample parts.
Manage the Goods-In Inspection area, ensuring proper segregation of inspected and defective materials.
Collaborate with Quality, Production, Purchasing, and Stores teams to resolve quality issues quickly and effectively.
Liaise with suppliers regarding open returns and non-conformances.
Support Supplier Quality Engineers with return-to-supplier processes.
Maintain equipment calibration and ensure inspection tools meet safety and accuracy standards.What We're Looking For
Essential:
Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Strong analytical and mathematical skills for data reporting and measurement.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Practical problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Comfortable working on your feet and managing multiple priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Confluence, and Jira.Desirable:
Experience in machined sub-component manufacture or optical/electronic components.
Exposure to Lean manufacturing tools (e.g., Standard Work, Flow Mapping, VSM).
Familiarity with WinMan ERP and cross-site collaboration
This position is initially for a period of 6 months but with a strong likelihood of extension for the right person dependent upon work volumes.
Pay:
£15.85 per hour (PAYE)