Quality Inspector

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Contek are working with a precision engineering client who provide services to the Aerospace & Defence, Space, Oil & Gas, Petro-Chemical, Chemical, Nuclear, Bio-Medical, Automotive, White Goods and General Precision Engineering Industries.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Inspector to join their Gloucester team. You’ll be responsible for inspecting precision-engineered parts to ensure they meet customer and industry specifications, across aerospace, defence, oil & gas, and other sectors.

Inspector

Quedgeley – Gloucester | Part Time (initally) | CNC / Precision Machining
Reports To: General Manager, Gloucester Facility

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their inspection career within a leading precision machining business, with a clear pathway into Quality Control/Assurance roles in the future.

Initially a 4 day week: 6 hours per day.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections of machined components.

* Use precision measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, CMMs, vision systems).

* Record and maintain accurate inspection results.

* Identify and report non-conformances, raising NCRs where required.

* Report and record scrap parts/issues.

* Assist in preparing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).

* Support creation of Quality Plans and inspection documents for job packs.

* Program/operate CMMs and vision systems (training provided if needed).

* Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and supervisors to maintain high standards.

Skills & Attributes

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

* Familiarity with inspection equipment and measurement techniques.

* Effective communication skills.

* Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn.

* Comfortable with MS Excel and Word.

Qualifications & Experience

* Apprentice trained or equivalent manufacturing/engineering experience.

* Previous experience in inspection or quality-related work (ideally aerospace/precision machining).

* Knowledge of Wire/Spark EDM processes (desirable, not essential).

Benefits

* Competitive salary/hourly pay

* Holiday pay

* Overtime opportunities

* Genuine career progression into full time Inspector/quality associated roles
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Location:
Quedgeley
Salary:
£16 - £19 /hour Negotiable on experience
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Engineering

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