Inspection Quality Engineer
Inspection Quality Engineer
Location: Ash Vale
Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week (Early finish Friday at 1:15pm)
Syntech Recruitment are partnering with a specialist manufacturing business in Ash Vale to recruit a hands-on Inspection Quality Engineer to join their quality team.
The role offers a stable, structured position within a quality-driven environment, focusing on precision inspection and document control. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the company’s Quality Management System, ensuring all manufactured and assembled components meet strict engineering standards.
Inspection Quality Engineer Responsibilities
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Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) and in-process inspection of manufactured parts and assemblies.
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Work strictly in line with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) to maintain high-quality standards.
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Read and accurately interpret complex engineering drawings to verify component compliance.
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Utilize a variety of traditional inspection equipment and tools to verify dimensional accuracy.
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Manage document control efficiently, completing certificates and detailed inspection reports.
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Collaborate closely with machining and assembly teams to identify, report, and resolve quality issues.
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Maintain accurate quality records and support continuous improvement initiatives across the shop floor.
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Communicate effectively across departments to ensure a cohesive, team-focused approach to quality.
Inspection Quality Engineer Requirements
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Strong hands-on inspection background within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
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Proven experience in a dedicated Quality or Inspection role.
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Expertise in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and blueprints.
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Solid understanding of standard inspection equipment, quality systems, and general manufacturing processes.
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Familiarity with first article inspection (FAI) and in-process inspection procedures.
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Strong computer literacy with experience handling document control and inspection reports.
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Exceptional attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset.
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Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Desirable Skills
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Previous hands-on background in precision machining or mechanical assembly.
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Familiarity with formalized calibration procedures (external training like Calibration Courses can be provided).
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Experience working within ISO 9001 or equivalent Quality Management Systems.
What’s On Offer
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Competitive Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 per annum.
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Work-Life Balance: 39-hour work week with an early 1:15pm finish every Friday.
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Overtime Opportunities: Available at 1.3x basic hourly rate during the week, and 1.5x at weekends.
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Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (with some days allocated for the Christmas shutdown).
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Benefits: Company pension scheme available.
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Professional Development: External training provided to extend your expertise (e.g., Calibration Courses).
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Environment: A stable, structured role within a tight-knit, quality-driven engineering environment