Quality Inspector

Lifeline Fire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fire and Safety Systems company in Coventry is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure the highest levels of safety and performance. The role involves inspecting components and finished products, using precision tools, and driving continuous improvement. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing, particularly in automotive or aerospace, and familiarity with quality inspection practices. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Employer pension contributions

Early finish on Friday

Work on exciting projects

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quality Inspector in manufacturing.
• Confident reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T.
• Skilled with inspection tools and measurement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting components, assemblies, and finished products against the highest standards.
• Using precision tools to verify quality.
• Recording and reporting findings, and supporting corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Inspection

Reading Engineering Drawings

Inspection Tools & Techniques

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Team Collaboration

Lean / Six Sigma Practices

Quality-related Certifications

Job description

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We are a leading SME specialising in the design and manufacture of advanced Fire and Safety Systems for the motorsport industry and the MOD. Our innovative solutions ensure the highest levels of safety and performance for our clients, ranging from amateur racers, professional Motorsport teams and military vehicles.

Overview

Job Summary: We’re pushing boundaries in advanced manufacturing, delivering products that move people safely, power innovation, and exceed expectations. Now, we’re looking for a Quality Inspector to help us raise the bar even higher.

Main Job Responsibilities

• Inspecting components, assemblies, and finished products against the highest standards.
• Using precision tools (callipers, micrometres, gauges, etc.) to verify quality.
• Recording and reporting findings, and supporting corrective actions.
• Partnering with production and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with quality systems (ISO etc).

Job Skills & Qualifications

Required

• Experience as a Quality Inspector in manufacturing.
• Confident reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T.
• Skilled with inspection tools and measurement techniques.
• Detail-driven, problem-solving mindset, and team player.
• Background in automotive or aerospace industries.
• Knowledge of lean / Six Sigma practices.
• Quality-related certifications.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Employer pension contributions.
• Early finish on Friday.
• The chance to work on exciting, cutting-edge projects.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
• Schedule: Monday to Friday On Site
• Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom (on site)

Industries

• Manufacturing
• Quality Assurance

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