Quality Inspector

We’re looking for an experienced **Quality Inspector **to join a leading engineering firm at their new and improved site based in **Stockport**. In this role you'll be responsible for inspecting precision machined components and assemblies, ensuring that they meet customer standards. **What’s on offer?** - £36,000 per year - Monday - Friday (flexible hours) - 39 hour week - 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) - Employee pension scheme - Career development opportunities - Free onsite parking **What will you be doing as a Quality Inspector?** - Conducting hands-on quality inspections of precision machined components and assemblies to ensure they meet the required customer and regulatory standards in line with ISO9001 / AS9100 regulations - Utilising appropriate measuring equipment to verify that all aspects of parts and finished goods comply with specifications - Performing "in-process" inspections across all shop floor departments to uphold quality standards - Collaborating with the Quality team to enhance overall quality and prevent non-conformances - Coordinating with the Production team to establish and implement controls and improvements aimed at reducing rework and reject rates - Assisting in identifying and investigating non-conformances, and developing corrective actions and improvement strategies with the Quality team - Demonstrating leadership by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance among colleagues - Working with the Quality team to plan and execute Internal Audits, ensuring the effectiveness and suitability of business processes **What do you need?** - Experience as a Quality Engineer/Inspector or completion of a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, preferably within the Aerospace sector - Proficiency in interpreting both 2D and 3D engineering drawings - Competency in operating CMM machines - A sound understanding of Precision Engineering methodologies - Prior involvement in highly regulated Precision Machining or Quality Engineering positions - Familiarity with ISO Accreditation standards, particularly ISO 9001 / AS9100 - A knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and proficiency in various manufacturing quality tools - The ability to identify root causes and effectively troubleshoot problems - Completion of Internal Audit Training **Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent **Salary**: £36,000.00 per year **Benefits**: - Company pension - Free parking - On-site parking Schedule: - Day shift - Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Reference ID: VGECVXZ9