Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector
Location: Leicester
Pay Rate: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour DOE
Shift: 8am to 5pm Mon to Thu / 8am to 1pm on Fri

Benefits

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Stable, long-established company with a strong reputation
• Opportunities for progression within the business

About the Company

A well-established UK-based engineering company in the Leicestershire/Midlands region, specialising in metal presswork, CNC machining and turning, laser cutting, toolmaking, and fabrication with robotic welding, and delivering a complete end-to-end manufacturing solution from design through to finished components.

About the Quality Inspector Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Inspector to support its precision engineering and fabrication operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all components meet strict quality standards, customer specifications, and engineering requirements across a range of industries including automotive, rail, and general engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect manufactured components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications
• Carry out first-off, in-process, and final inspections across presswork, laser-cut, and fabricated parts
• Use a range of measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools
• Identify and report non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Work closely with production teams (press brake, CNC, fabrication) to maintain quality standards
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation
• Ensure compliance with company quality systems and ISO standards (e.g. ISO 9001)
• Assist in internal audits and contribute to maintaining high-quality processes
• Promote and uphold health & safety standards within the workplace

About You

• Previous experience in a Quality Inspector role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances
• Experience inspecting sheet metal, presswork, or fabricated components
• Proficient in using measuring and inspection equipment
• Knowledge of quality standards and inspection procedures
• Good communication skills and ability to work with production teams
• High attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Desirable Skills

• Experience within a high-volume production environment
• Knowledge of CNC processes (press brake, laser cutting, machining)
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems
• Previous experience working in automotive or similar industries

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