Quality Inspector

2 weeks ago

Essex England, United Kingdom A1 Personnel Full time £35,000 - £60,000 per year

Mechanical Inspector – Night Shift (Aerospace Manufacturing)

Location:
Basildon

Hours:
Monday–Thursday, 7:30 pm–4:30 am (30-minute unpaid lunch) & Friday, 2:30 pm–7:30 pm

Benefits:
Overtime | Free On-Site Parking | Holidays | Pension | Long Service Awards | Employee Referral Scheme | Life Assurance

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join our night shift team within a leading aerospace manufacturing environment. This role is key to maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring components meet exacting specifications throughout the production process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform quality and inspection checks on components at all manufacturing stages to meet customer and industry standards.
  • Complete First Article Inspections (FAI) and produce accurate inspection reports.
  • Support the Right-First-Time philosophy by identifying, analysing, and resolving quality issues.
  • Assist with root cause analysis, 5Y investigations, and SPC data collection.
  • Conduct and support internal audits in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 5001 standards.
  • Manage calibration and maintenance of all inspection tools and measuring instruments.
  • Support continuous improvement projects using lean tools such as 8D and Kaizen.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Skills & Experience

  • Background in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
  • Skilled in using precision measuring tools including verniers, micrometers, bore micrometers, height gauges, and DTIs.
  • Proven experience producing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
  • Familiarity with machining, fabrications, and surface treatment processes.
  • Experience working to ISO 9001 / ISO 5001 standards.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Desirable:

  • CMM experience (training can be provided).
  • Experience with FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and NADCAP processes.
  • Knowledge of chemical and special processes.
  • Previous
    internal auditing
    experience.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive pay with overtime opportunities.
  • Long-term career growth in an established aerospace manufacturing environment.
  • Free on-site parking and employee reward schemes.
  • Supportive, safety-focused team culture.

Apply Now

If you're a skilled inspector with a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team committed to engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

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