Green Folk
Quality Control Inspector
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Quality Inspector – Permanent Position
Job ID: 42536 Location: Somerset Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday (8am – 5pm) & Friday (8am – 1pm) Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 per annum
Our client—a leading manufacturing business based in Somerset—is expanding and seeking a Quality Inspector to join their team.
About the Role
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in visual and dimensional inspection, including experience with tools like callipers and height gauges. It is essential to have an understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
Aimed candidates should also be proficient in:
- Measuring accurately in both metric and imperial units
- Raising First Article Reports
- Experience operating CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) is a plus
The role requires flexibility due to workload, good dexterity, and strong manual and numeracy/literacy skills, as the standards and training are highly detailed.
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Key Accountabilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Dimensionally and visually inspecting products against technical drawings and specifications
- Conducting first-offs, last-offs, patrol inspections, and incoming material checks
- Performing final inspection checks and documenting non-conforming products
- Quarantining, logging, and reporting discrepancies without delay
- Verifying Certificates of Conforming Product
- Maintaining complete and traceable manufacturing records
- Participating in project improvements to enhance quality standards
Person Specification
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in visual and dimensional inspection
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) knowledge
- Ability to operate CMM or similar equipment
- Proficiency in imperial and metric measurement
- Excellent dexterity and manual handling skills
- First Article Reporting expertise
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Benefits
While benefits are provided by the client, Green Folk Recruitment ensures a professional recruitment process, Confidentiality is guaranteed at all times.
About the Employer
Our client promotes diversity and inclusion, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds—regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. They are committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace.
Application Process
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All final hiring decisions lie with the client. For any questions during the process, please contact: Green Folk Recruitment
Green Folk Ltd acts as an intermediary, offering this permanent employment position as an employment agency service on behalf of our client.
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