Quality Inspector in Gloucester

Quality Inspector

Gloucestershire - Permanent – Full time – Days

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspection activities on raw materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Perform first-off, in-process and final inspections against engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Complete goods‑inward inspections and verify supplier‑provided components meet required standards.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using a range of conventional measuring equipment.
• Support the creation and completion of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and associated documentation.
• Accurately record inspection findings and maintain quality records for traceability and audit purposes.
• Identify non‑conforming products and work with production teams to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with internal quality audits and support compliance with relevant quality management systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve quality concerns and improve product conformity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by analysing inspection data and identifying opportunities for process enhancement.
• Ensure all inspection equipment is maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Contribute to the development of inspection procedures, work instructions and quality documentation.

Person

• Previous experience within a Quality Inspection role in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience carrying out first‑off, in‑process and final inspections.
• Knowledge and experience of FAIR creation and quality documentation requirements.
• Competent using a range of measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other precision inspection tools.
• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), with programming experience advantageous.
• Good understanding of quality systems and inspection processes.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate inspection records.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work closely with production, engineering and quality teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirables

• Experience within precision engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive or similar regulated industries.
• Familiarity with ISO9001 and other recognised quality management systems.
• Internal auditing experience or training.
• Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Additional benefits available upon application.