Quality Inspector in Cambridge

Quality Inspector in Cambridge

Cambridge Full-Time 32040 - 39160 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Proactive Technical Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Inspect and approve products, ensuring they meet quality standards and specifications.
  • Company: Join a leading manufacturing firm focused on quality and innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a supportive team environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work in a regulated aerospace environment with excellent training.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in product quality and safety in a dynamic industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in quality inspection and strong attention to detail required.

The predicted salary is between 32040 - 39160 Β£ per year.

Our client is currently experienced

Quality Inspector on a permanent basis to ensure products are inspected and released in accordance with customer requirements, engineering drawings, specifications and relevant quality standards.

The successful candidate will support teams across the business to ensure products are manufactured and assembled in conformance with the relevant design data and specifications.

You will also be responsible for completing inspection and release documentation and ensuring only conforming products are approved for release.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspection and Quality Control
  • Inspect and approve products against engineering drawings, customer specifications and supporting documentation.
  • Use a range of measuring and inspection equipment, including verniers, callipers, micrometers, gauges and rulers.
  • Interpret and work confidently from detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Identify and record non-conforming products clearly and accurately, supporting the Quality Assurance Engineers with investigation and resolution.
  • Ensure inspection records and regulatory documentation are completed accurately.
  • Release conforming products using the correct documentation and procedures.
  • Provide quality and product conformance support to departments across the business.
  • Work independently or as part of a wider inspection and quality team to make effective use of inspection resources.
  • First Article Inspection
  • Support and complete

First Article Inspection (FAI) activities.

  • Understand and apply the

FAIR process in accordance with AS9102 .

  • Review and prepare First Article Inspection Reports where required.
  • Ensure inspection results are accurately recorded and traceable to the relevant engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Auditing and Compliance
  • Conduct internal audits within relevant departments.
  • Support compliance with

AS9100 and AS9102 requirements.

  • Maintain a strong understanding of quality procedures and ensure company standards are consistently followed.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of high standards of quality, housekeeping and compliance within the department.

Essential Experience and Skills

  • Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment , ideally within a quality inspection or quality control position.
  • Proven experience using inspection and measurement equipment such as callipers, micrometers and gauges.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
  • Previous experience with

First Article Inspection (FAI) processes.

  • Understanding of

AS9102 FAIR requirements .

  • Experience inspecting products against customer drawings and supporting documentation.
  • Experience conducting internal or departmental audits.
  • Good working knowledge of quality procedures and documentation.
  • Experience working to agreed quality standards and departmental KPIs.
  • Previous experience working in a Quality Control or Quality Inspection position.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with colleagues across different departments.
  • Good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience within an aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of

AS9100 quality management systems .

  • Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing quality standards and processes.
  • Experience preparing or reviewing First Article Inspection Reports.
  • Previous experience with regulatory or controlled documentation.
  • Experience of working within a team based quality environment.
  • Personal Attributes
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Methodical and organised approach to inspection and documentation.
  • Confident working independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong commitment to quality and product conformity.
  • Good communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with colleagues across the wider business.
  • Proactive approach to identifying quality issues and supporting improvements.
  • Ability to maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.
  • Key Performance Measures

Performance will be measured against

  • First Pass Yield and number of parts inspected.
  • Accuracy and completion of inspection documentation.
  • Compliance with AS9100 and AS9102 requirements.
  • Departmental quality KPIs.
  • Quality of non-conformance reporting.
  • Audit performance and compliance.
  • Adherence to company quality, health and safety and environmental procedures.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

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Quality Inspector in Cambridge employer: Proactive Technical Limited

Proactive Technical Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Bridgwater where teamwork and attention to detail are highly valued. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, fostering personal and professional growth while contributing to innovative electronics manufacturing. With a strong focus on quality and a supportive culture, this company provides a rewarding experience for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their roles.

Proactive Technical Limited

Contact Details:

Proactive Technical Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Quality Inspector in Cambridge

Quality Inspection
Attention to Detail
Use of Measuring Equipment
Reading Engineering Drawings
First Article Inspection (FAI)
AS9102 FAIR Process
Internal Auditing