Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Location: Blaydon-on-Tyne

Salary: £12.50- £16.00 (dependant on experience)

Day shift Role: 07:00 - 17:15

(Overtime on a Friday is paid at time and a quarter)

Benefits:

• 4 day working week
• The holidays are 257.5 Hrs based on 5 weeks + Bank Holidays
• Working for an agile group with a lean structure, who pride ourselves with staff tenure.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact within a reputable company.

Job Description

• Conduct thorough inspections of machined, fabricated, welded, pressed, painted, and laser-cut components to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.

• Perform first-off, patrol, batch, and visual inspections, using precision inspection equipment.
• Complete First Article inspection reports to various client specifications

• Identify and report any deviations, defects, or non-conformities in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection results and quality documentation, including the updating of our ERP system.
• Assist in the development and improvement of quality control processes and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance product quality and efficiency within an ISO-controlled environment.
• Communicate quality-related information to relevant stakeholders.

Skills & experience

• Degree in engineering, manufacturing, or equivalent proven experience in a similar sales estimating role within the precision engineering sector.
• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using measurement tools and equipment.
• Attention to detail and a keen eye for spotting defects and inconsistencies.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems is desirable.

• Capability to communicate with all levels of customers, suppliers, and management alike.

• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, CAD software).

• CMM experience (Desirable) 

Why Should You Apply?

Theo James Recruitment specialise in Manufacturing & Engineering recruitment across the following disciplines.

Senior Appointments

Leadership and Management

Supply Chain/Logistics

Design - Engineer, Management

Project Engineering, Management

Production / Process Engineering

Maintenance – Technician, Engineer, Management

Quality - Engineering , Management

Health, Safety & Environmental

HR & Finance

Sales & Business Administration 

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