Quality Inspector

Airport Placements; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering firm in Hailsham is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector. The role involves maintaining high production standards for precision-engineered components. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and be familiar with quality management tools and techniques. This full-time position offers competitive salary and a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Annual health check-ups

Yearly eye examinations

Annual summer and Christmas parties

Monthly food stalls

Parking available on site

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a machine shop or similar environment.
• Good understanding of quality and process management tools.
• Experience with CMM or Faro Arm devices.

Responsibilities

• Measure and inspect components to drawing using metrology equipment.
• Test and validate components using test equipment.
• Visually inspect welds and finished goods for compliance.

Skills

Experience working to ISO 9001

3 years experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience using CMM or Faro Arm devices

Ability to read and understand technical drawings

Tools

Faro Arm

Metrology equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Quality Inspector
Location: Hailsham
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Working Hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Job type: Permanent, full time

HRGO Recruitment are seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join our client’s specialist engineering and manufacturing team in Hailsham. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the high standards required in the production of precision‑engineered components for advanced technology applications. You’ll be working in a clean, well‑organised environment where attention to detail and commitment to excellence are highly valued.

Due to the location of the role, candidates must possess a valid driving license and have access to their own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Measure and visually inspect components and assemblies to drawing using a variety of metrology equipment including the use of Faro Arm (CMM) equipment.
• Test and validate components and assemblies using a variety of test equipment.
• Visually inspect welds.
• Ensure any defects and features not to specification are recorded through the non-conformance process and corrective actions and root cause are established to correct errors and prevent future occurrence.
• Visually inspect finished goods to ensure compliance to specification and be the champion for ensuring the required quality standard is delivered to our customers.
• Work with various individuals and teams to improve processes to manufacture product right first time.
• Update key performance indicators and metrics to drive quality improvement.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience working to ISO 9001.
• At least 3 years experience working in a machine shop or similar manufacturing environment with a good understanding of quality and process management tools and methodology (examples include 5S/6S, flowcharts, Pareto, QCPC, SPC, AQL, FMEA, 8D, Cause & Effect, Ishikawa, 5 whys).
• Experience of using CMM or Faro Arm devices and proficiency with a range of metrology equipment used in machine shop environments.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Weekend hours are not required; consistent weekday hours supporting work‑life balance.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Opportunity to grow and advance within the company.
• Engaging and supportive work environment.
• Private medical insurance.
• Annual health check‑ups for all candidates.
• Yearly eye examinations.
• Annual summer and Christmas parties.
• Monthly food stalls on Wednesdays.
• Parking available on site.

How to Apply

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