Contact Recruitment South East
Recruitment South East
Quality Inspector
United Kingdom
Contact Recruitment South East
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 hours ago
- Salary
- Competitive
- Recruiter
- Recruitment South East
- Closes
- 09 Dec 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
- Contract Type
- Permanent
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION / PERSON SPECIFICATION
Quality Inspector
Reports to: Quality Cell Leader Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. OUR CLIENT
JOB PURPOSE / PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
The main purpose of this role is to undertake inspection and verification activities, ensuring products meet customer expectations and required standards within a highly regulated industry.
INSPECTION & VERIFICATION
Inspect incoming goods and shop floor components to ensure conformity to required specifications. Ensure all products meet customer expectations and standards. Demonstrate knowledge of Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIRs) and First Article Inspection Reports (F.A.I.R). Inspect sub–assemblies against technical drawings using a variety of metrology equipment, including Faro Arm and CMM equipment. Work to very tight tolerances, with a good understanding of geometric tolerancing and datum points relating to complex components. Occasional travel may be required. Travel will be planned in advance with reasonable notice, with reasonable expenses covered. Communicate effectively and work proactively as part of a team. Demonstrate good administration and IT skills.
DOCUMENTATION & REPORTING
Record deviations and non–conformances against drawings and specifications. Complete documentation in line with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Able to read and understand technical drawings and engineering specifications. Experience working within a quality system. Experience working in a machine shop or precision engineering environment. Good understanding of Quality and Process Management tools and methodologies, including examples such as SPC and AQL. Experience using CMM or Faro Arm devices and proficiency with a range of metrology equipment typically used in machine shop environments.
DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of or experience with welding and fabrication processes would be beneficial. Previous experience working within the vacuum industry would be advantageous.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified to Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent level in a Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing discipline.
PERSONAL QUALITIES / ATTRIBUTES
Ability to work on own initiative and take ownership. Driven to succeed and make positive improvements within the area of responsibility. Highly motivated. Good attention to detail. Flexible approach, with occasional flexibility required to meet customer demand.
Ad ID: 5419327333
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