Job Description:

Quality Inspector

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Position: Full-time, Permanent

Natoinwide Recruitment Service (NRS) has an exciting new role for a Quality Inspector with a leading global business.

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking for a hands-on role with a dynamic manufacturing business?

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to oversee incoming component inspections and in-process quality evaluations to ensure our standards remain consistently high.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled quality evaluations on incoming components, raw materials, and in-process assemblies.

• Manage component release procedures, ensuring non-conforming materials are strictly contained and documented.

• Raise clear non-conformance reports (NCRs) and collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues.

• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and logs in line with compliance guidelines.

• Calibrate and maintain measuring tools, gauges, and testing equipment.

• Support internal and external quality audit activities as required.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a Quality Inspector or Quality Control technician role.

• Strong ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications.

• Practical expertise using standard measuring tools, gauges, and testing equipment to verify dimensions and material properties.

• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standards.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the business.

• A full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Collaborative, quality-focused working environment.

Who This Role Might Suit

This position is ideal for candidates with a background in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, precision engineering, or mechanical assembly.

It may suit professionals who have previously worked in roles such as:

• Quality Control (QC) Technician / QC Inspector

• Goods-In / Incoming Quality Inspector

• CMM Operator / Metrology Inspector

• Quality Engineer (Junior / Assistant)

• Line Inspector / Final Inspector

• Mechanical / Precision Assembly Inspector

Location & Commute:

This role is easily accessible from Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Alsager, Congleton, Leek, Stone, Stafford, Market Drayton, and surrounding areas across Staffordshire and Cheshire.

To apply, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant quality control experience.