Junior Quality Inspector

  Essex / Hertfordshire Border

Permanent | Day Shift | Monday-Friday

Salary: Up to £30,000 depending on experience

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer supplying high-quality machined components into demanding industries.

Rather than looking for an experienced Quality Inspector, we are seeking someone with a solid mechanical engineering background who is looking to develop a long-term career within Quality Inspection. Full training and ongoing support will be provided by an experienced inspection team.

This role would suit someone who has completed a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, worked as a CNC Machinist, Manual Machinist, Mechanical Engineer or Engineering Technician and is looking for a new challenge away from production or machining.

The Role

Working within the Quality department, you will receive training to carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection of precision machined components.

You’ll develop your skills using a range of precision measuring equipment and inspection techniques while learning how to interpret engineering drawings, complete quality documentation and work within a high-quality manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection of precision engineered components.
• Read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings and specifications.
• Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other inspection tools.
• Learn to operate inspection equipment including CMMs (training provided).
• Complete inspection documentation and quality records.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement within the Quality department.
• Work safely and in accordance with company quality procedures.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in engineering and quality who is keen to learn and build a long-term career.

Ideally you will have:

• A mechanical engineering, manufacturing or precision engineering background.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
• Experience using basic measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers or gauges.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.

Ideal Backgrounds

Applicants may currently be working as:

• CNC Machinist
• Manual Machinist
• Mechanical Engineering Technician
• Production Engineer
• Engineering Technician
• Quality Technician
• Junior Quality Inspector
• Toolmaker
• Mechanical Assembly Technician with inspection experience

Previous aerospace or CMM experience would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position.
• Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm.
• Friday: 7:00am – 12:00pm.
• Overtime available.
• Structured training and development.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within Quality Inspection.
• Salary up to £30,000, depending on experience.

Please note: We are only able to consider applicants who already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.