Job Description:

I am recruiting on behalf of my client for a Quality Inspector to join a growing manufacturing business based in Bournemouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector to join a well-established engineering environment supporting high-quality production, inspection and repair operations.

The successful Quality Inspector will play a key role across goods inward inspection, in-process inspection and final product release, ensuring products meet customer, regulatory and internal quality requirements. The role will involve working across electrical, electronic, wiring and mechanical assemblies within a precision manufacturing environment.

This Quality Inspector opportunity would suit someone with a strong eye for detail who enjoys working within a collaborative and quality-driven team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

As the Quality Inspector, your responsibilities will include:

• Goods inward inspection of components and materials received from suppliers
• Carrying out initial inspection and assessment of returned equipment for repair activities
• Intermediate and final inspection of manufactured products
• Verifying products against engineering drawings, wiring schedules and Bills of Materials
• Supporting compliance with company quality procedures and industry standards
• Maintaining accurate electronic and paper-based inspection records
• Assisting with corrective and preventative actions and supporting investigations
• Monitoring assembly and test operations to support Right First Time (RFT) performance
• Supporting quality documentation and customer deliverables
• Working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to maintain quality standards

To be considered for this Quality Inspector position, you should have:

• Previous experience within a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role
• Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality standards
• The ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical engineering drawings
• Knowledge of tolerances, circuit diagrams and inspection processes
• Experience using metrology equipment and inspection techniques
• Understanding of non-conformance management and problem-solving methods
• Knowledge of ESD procedures and controls
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Desirable experience for the Quality Inspector role includes:

• IPC 610/620 inspection experience or equivalent
• Experience within electrical/electronics assembly or precision mechanical manufacturing
• Knowledge of machining and welding processes
• Understanding of First Article Inspection requirements
• Internal auditing experience

Due to the nature of the work, applicants for this Quality Inspector position must be eligible to meet UK security and compliance requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-focused Quality Inspector looking to join a professional and growing engineering business in Bournemouth.
Ian Broadhurst
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