Quality Inspector

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Contek Recruitment Solutions are representing a long-established precision engineering manufacturer based in the Great Barr area of Birmingham, who are looking to recruit a Quality Inspector following the upcoming retirement of a long-serving member of the team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-respected engineering business with an outstanding reputation for quality. Working within an experienced Quality Department, you will support the Technical & Quality Manager in ensuring all manufactured and purchased components meet the company's exacting standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out inspection activities throughout the manufacturing process, including first-off, in-process, final and goods-in inspection, while working closely with production to maintain quality and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection of precision engineered components.
• Perform goods-in inspection of purchased parts and materials.
• Inspect components using a variety of manual measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges, bore gauges and thread gauges.
• Conduct hardness testing using Vickers and Rockwell equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Complete inspection documentation accurately.
• Support the Technical & Quality Manager with maintaining quality standards and procedures.
• Assist with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System requirements.
• Work closely with production to resolve quality issues.
• Use Microsoft Office and internal databases to record inspection results.
• Operate a manual CMM where required (training can be provided).

About You

You will ideally have previous experience within a Quality Inspection role in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment and possess a strong eye for detail.

A recognised engineering apprenticeship or engineering qualification (Level 2, ONC, HNC or equivalent) would be advantageous, although candidates with relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply. xwwtmva

You should have a good understanding of manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, gear cutting, fabrication or assembly, together with knowledge of engineering materials and heat treatment processes. Experience using a w
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