Quality Inspector

Aerospace Manufacturing

Hours: Monday - Thursday 7.30pm to 4.30am/Friday 2.30pm to 7.30pm

Shift Premium & Overtime Available

Overtime Opportunities

Free On-Site Parking

Competitive Holiday Allowance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Long Service Awards

Employee Referral Scheme

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Mechanical Quality Inspector to join a high-performing team within a leading aerospace manufacturing environment. Working on the night shift, you'll play a critical role in ensuring precision, compliance, and right-first-time quality across complex aerospace components.

This is an ideal role for an inspector who thrives in a structured, quality-driven environment and takes pride in delivering excellence where precision truly matters.

• Carrying out detailed quality and inspection checks at all stages of the manufacturing process
• Completing First Article Inspections (FAI) and producing accurate, compliant inspection reports
• Supporting a Right-First-Time culture by identifying, analysing, and resolving quality issues
• Assisting with root cause analysis, 5 Whys investigations, and SPC data collection
• Supporting and participating in internal audits to ISO 9001 and ISO 5001 standards
• Managing the calibration and upkeep of inspection tools and measuring equipment
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools such as 8D and Kaizen
• Working closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to drive quality and efficiency

Essential Experience & Skills

• Background in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Confident using precision measuring equipment including:
• Verniers
• Micrometers
• Bore micrometers
• Height gauges
• DTIs
• Proven experience producing FAIRs
• Knowledge of machining, fabrication, and surface treatment processes
• Experience working to ISO 9001 / ISO 5001 standards
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work independently

Desirable (but not essential)

• CMM experience (training available)
• Exposure to FMEA, APQP, PPAP, or NADCAP
• Knowledge of chemical and special processes
• Internal auditing experience