Quality Inspector - Machined Parts

Quality Inspector - Machined Parts

Heywood, Manchester

Salary: £34,042 plus working out allowance;

Weekday = £71.17
Saturday = £234.46
Sunday = £279.08

Department:
Production

Reports to:

Production Manager

Our client, a leading manufacturer of highly complex machinery, is expanding their production team and looking for an experienced Machine Quality Inspector to join their busy department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands‑on engineering environment and enjoys ensuring the highest standards of quality.

• Inspect critically dimensioned parts and conduct vacuum integrity tests on sub‑assemblies.
• Confirm quality standards and verify components against specification.
• Inspect machined components where required.
• Carry out vacuum and pressure testing.
• Complete accurate inspection reports and document any deviations.

• Work closely with Purchasing and Engineering to align rejection recommendations.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers.
• Ensure all paperwork and follow‑up actions are completed correctly.

• Maintain and improve inspection procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the team with innovation and development ideas.

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Use of micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators and other inspection equipment.
• Experience with surface measurement equipment, finish testing and chrome thickness checks.
• Experience using or willingness to train on CMM/FARO arm equipment.
• Competence in completing inspection documentation and maintaining accurate records.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office.

• Excellent attention to detail and quality focus.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to work unsupervised.
• Effective communicator with strong problem‑solving ability.
• Flexible, adaptable and a supportive team player.
• Willingness to work overtime when required and travel worldwide approx. 4 times per year.

• Working with vacuum systems and capital machinery.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Crane operation (or willingness to be trained).

Time‑served engineering apprenticeship, preferably with a mechanical bias.

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