Quality Inspector

Location: Tamworth Salary: Competitive Hours: Mon-Thu 08:00–17:00 (30 min unpaid lunch), Fri 08:00–13:00 (38.5 hours/week) Employment: Permanent, days-based, site-based

About the Company

My client produce precision cut ground gears, splines, threads, gauges and tooling to the most exacting specifications for automotive, aerospace, motorsport, oil & gas, marine and defence. Our unique blend of skills, advanced equipment and metrology ensures every component is perfect—precision engineering with precision delivery.

The Role

Join the Quality Laboratory team of 7, reporting to the Laboratory Manager, working within an AS9100, ISO 9001 & ISO 17025 environment. Interpret engineering drawings, perform detailed visual inspections on CNC machined/ground components, record results accurately and maintain full traceability—all while upholding the highest laboratory standards (safety, cleanliness, calibration, FOD control).

Key Responsibilities

Clean and prepare samples for inspection; maintain laboratory standards (safety, environmental, cleanliness, calibration, FOD). Perform visual inspections using microscope, video measurement and defect evaluation equipment; record results and identify rework needs. Use general measuring tools (micrometers, surface testers, contour tracers; CMM experience advantageous). Complete route cards and Mie Trak entries f...