Prime Appointments Recruitment Agency
Quality Inspector
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£28,000 - £33,000 p/a
Location: Southend-On-Sea, Essex
Work Arrangement: On-site
Position: Quality Inspector
Location
Southend-On-Sea
Salary
£28,000 to £33,000
A world leader in aerospace engineering manufacturing is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join its inspection team in Southend-on-Sea. The company offers great working conditions and an excellent benefits package. If you have previous experience of inspection within aerospace manufacturing and can use measuring equipment, then this could be the ideal role for you.
Duties
- Inspect precision components and assemblies using micrometres, verniers, and Faro Arm equipment
- Carry out First Article Inspections (FAI) and batch sampling inspections
- Complete testing in line with Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)
- Process non-conformance documentation where required
- Verify products meet drawing, specification, and quality requirements
- Support release certification activities and maintain accurate records
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Experience
- Previous experience as an Inspector within engineering or manufacturing is essential
- Ability to read engineering drawings (metric and imperial)
- Experience using precision measuring equipment
- Knowledge of FAI, ISO 9001, and quality systems
- SAP or ERP experience advantageous
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
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Benefits
- Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, Early finish on Fridays (1.00pm)
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Health Care Scheme
- Contributory Pension and Life Assurance
- Company sick pay scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym membership
- Social club and onsite cafe
- Free car parking
This role is not suitable for candidates requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Call Julia @ Prime Appointments to find out more and apply via the job link.
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