At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect precision-engineered components and ensure they meet aerospace standards.
- Company: Join a respected UK aerospace and defence manufacturer known for quality.
- Benefits: Earn £32,500 with potential OTE of £40,000, plus great perks.
- Other info: Enjoy a structured 4 on/4 off shift pattern for better work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on life-saving equipment in a modern facility.
- Qualifications: Experience with inspection tools and reading engineering drawings required.
The predicted salary is between 39000 - 40000 £ per year.
This role would suit candidates with strong experience using handheld inspection tools (verniers, callipers), confidence reading engineering drawings, and a background in precision manufacturing environments such as aerospace, defence, or automotive.
Syntech Recruitment is working exclusively with a highly respected UK aerospace and defence manufacturer, known for producing safety-critical, life-saving equipment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a clean, modern manufacturing facility offering long-term stability, strong benefits, and a genuine focus on quality.
As a Quality Inspector, you will play a key role in ensuring precision-engineered components meet stringent aerospace and defence standards prior to release.
Shift Pattern
This role will transition to a 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern after probation, working 177 shifts per year. The shift pattern includes weekends and bank holidays, but excludes Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
Benefits
- £32,500 basic salary
- £39,000–£40,000 OTE including shift allowance
- Overtime paid at 1.5x
- Non-contributory pension (9%)
- Healthcare plan & life assurance
- Annual bonus (1–3% of salary, including overtime)
- Improved work–life balance with structured shift pattern
- Work on safety-critical aerospace components
- Clean, modern working environment
- Long-term permanent role with development opportunities
Responsibilities
- Inspecting precision-engineered mechanical components and assemblies
- Conducting detailed checks on safety-critical cartridges and equipment
- Using handheld inspection tools such as verniers and callipers
- Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings
- Ensuring all parts meet aerospace and defence quality standards
- Working collaboratively within a busy quality inspection team
Requirements
- Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Hands-on inspection experience using verniers, callipers, and similar tools
- Capable of working in metric and imperial measurements
- Background in a precision manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of GD&T desirable but not essential
- High attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
Simply apply today to speak with one of our consultants. All candidates will be required to complete baseline security vetting (BPSS) prior to employment commencing.
Quality Inspector in Chalgrove employer: Syntech Recruitment Ltd
Syntech Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the aviation sector where innovation and technical expertise thrive. With competitive salaries, generous overtime pay, and 25 days of holiday, employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance while having access to continuous growth opportunities in a specialist field. The supportive culture fosters collaboration and skill development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in Alton.
