Location

Leighton Buzzard
South East England
United Kingdom

Date Published:

2025-07-30

Online to:

2025-09-28
Pound 15.00 HOUR

Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector
Location: Leighton Buzzard

Job Purpose: Quality Inspector will be responsible for ensuring that all manufactured products meet customer specifications, industry standards, and company quality objectives. The role involves conducting inspections throughout the manufacturing process and maintaining accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of parts and assemblies
Use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) as required
Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards
Record inspection results and maintain detailed quality documentation
Identify and report non-conformances and assist in root cause analysis
Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in quality audits
Liaise with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality issues
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 or other relevant quality standards

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of quality control procedures and relevant tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Familiarity with measurement and test equipment
Good understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
Basic computer skills for data entry and report generation
Strong communication and team-working skills

Desirable:

Experience with CMM programming or operation
Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards
Previous experience in the automotive, aerospace, or precision engineering sectors