Quality Inspector - CNC Precision Machining - Day Shift (Mon-Fri)
If you're a hands-on mechanical inspector who values precision, clear standards and a stable Monday-Friday routine, this is a strong opportunity with an established
aerospace precision engineering
company in
Basildon. You'll be inspecting
first-offs and production components
using manual measuring equipment, completing
FAIR paperwork, and-if you want to develop-there's scope to build skills on
CMM/PC-DMIS
(advantageous, not essential). What you'll care about
Permanent
role in
Basildon
Day shift, Monday to Friday
(no rotating shifts)
Hands-on
manual inspection
(micrometers, gauges, verniers, etc.)
Inspect
first-off, in-process and final
CNC machined parts (plus
goods-in/subcontract
checks where required)
Quality paperwork including
FAIRs
(and
PPAP
support where applicable)
CMM exposure
available;
PC-DMIS/QCT
experience welcomed but
not essential
Supportive inspection team and clear processes aligned to
AS9100
Key responsibilities
Carry out
first-off, in-process and final inspection
of CNC machined components
Read and interpret
engineering drawings, tolerances and specifications
Use manual inspection equipment including
micrometers, verniers and gauges
Operate inspection equipment including
CMM
(PC-DMIS preferred)
Complete and maintain
FAIR documentation
and quality records
Support
PPAP
requirements where applicable
Work to
AS9100 procedures
and maintain high quality standards
Assist with
goods-in/subcontract inspection
where subcontractors are utilised
Skills & experience
Essential Experience in mechanical/precision inspection within a manufacturing environment
Confident interpreting engineering drawings and working to tolerances
Competent with manual measuring tools (micrometers, gauges, etc.)
Basic measurement calculations /
basic trigonometry
Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
Desirable (not essential) CMM programming/operation
experience (PC-DMIS and/or QCT)
Familiarity with
QMS systems
and aerospace standards (e.g.,
AS9100 )
Experience completing
FAIRs
and/or supporting
PPAP
Ideal for
This role could suit someone
early in their inspection career
looking to train and develop, or an
experienced inspector
looking for a stable, secure position. This is a
permanent
vacancy with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered.
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