At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate CMM equipment and ensure high-quality standards in precision engineering.
- Company: Join a leading precision engineering manufacturer in the aerospace sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous annual leave, and health & wellbeing programmes.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a modern facility and contribute to innovative aerospace projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in CNC machining and CMM programming is essential.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 42000 £ per year.
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
The Opportunity
CNC Recruitment are working with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced CMM Inspector / Quality Inspector.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern manufacturing business producing high-precision machined components for the aerospace sector.
We are looking for a quality-focused individual with a strong CNC manufacturing background who is confident using CMM equipment and a wide range of inspection tools to ensure components meet exact customer specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme and operate CMM equipment, including Axiom, Azimuth, Extol and Baty systems.
- Carry out first-off, in-process, final and audit inspections on precision-machined components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
- Produce inspection reports and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR/AS9102).
- Identify non-conformances and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
- Work closely with CNC machining, production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer quality requirements.
- Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains fully compliant.
- Support internal and external quality audits.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities across the manufacturing process.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience within a CNC machining or precision engineering environment.
- Proven CMM programming and operating experience (essential).
- Strong understanding of precision machining processes and manufactured components.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Experience using manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and bore gauges.
- Good IT skills and experience producing quality documentation.
- Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Aerospace manufacturing experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- What's on Offer
- Permanent, full-time position on a day shift.
- Salary of £36,000 – £42,000, depending on experience.
- Modern, air-conditioned manufacturing facility.
- Excellent working environment with high Health & Safety standards.
- Company pension scheme (3% employer contribution).
- 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Company sick pay scheme (after qualifying period). Long service holiday rewards.
- Health & wellbeing programme.
- Company events and on-site canteen
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CMM Technician employer: CNC Recruitment Limited
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