Advanced Quality Inspector

Description

Job Title: Advanced Quality Inspector
Location: Solihull B90
Company: auto-scan
Pay Rate: 18.00 per hour Ltd or 14.00 (PAYE)

About Us

Autoscan UK Limited is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.

The Role

Were seeking a detail-oriented and quality-focused Quality Inspector to support manufacturing and production operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all components and assemblies meet engineering specifications and the high standards expected of a premium motorcycle brand.

This role requires strong inspection experience the ability to interpret engineering drawings and confidence using a range of precision measuring equipment. Experience with CMM or FARO systems would be advantageous.

Working alongside production and engineering teams your core focus will be verifying components from initial first-off setups straight through in-process manufacturing. You will be hands-on with a full range of precision equipmentfrom bore micrometers to shadowgraphstranslating complex GD&T requirements and engineering drawings into accurate zero-defect parts.

Beyond routine checks you will serve as a practical problem-solver when non-conformances arise. When a part falls out of spec youll help lead root-cause investigations determine corrective actions and maintain the precise quality records needed to keep our standards high. If you bring a solid background in first-principle inspection clear communication skills and a practical approach to driving continuous improvement this role offers the chance to directly influence the quality of everything we build.

Please Note:All candidates must possess valid right to work in the UK without restrictions and must undergo a standard criminal record check (DBS).

All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

We areNOTable to support Visa Sponsorship for this role.

We DONOTaccept speculative CVs from Recruitment Agencies.

*** Candidates will be subject to completion of a Trade Test before being considered for the role ***

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct first-off and in-process inspections of components and assemblies
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings specifications and GD&T requirements
• Use precision measuring equipment including: Micrometers; Bore Micrometers; Vernier Calipers; Height Gauges; Shadowgraphs
• Identify defects non-conformances and quality issues during production
• Ensure products meet dimensional and visual quality standards
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions where required
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality documentation
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company quality procedures and health & safety standards

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Quality Inspector or similar manufacturing quality role
• Good understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
• Experience using a variety of inspection and gauge equipment
• Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for identifying defects
• Understanding of first principle inspection processes
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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Autoscan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Join Autoscan and be a part of a team dedicated to driving excellence in the automotive industry!

We are a Forces friendly employer and welcome applications from the Armed Forces community.

Benefits

• 18.00 per hour Ltd company or 14.00 (PAYE)
• State-of-the-art production facility
• Collaborative team environment
• Exciting automotive projects
• Company pension
• 28 days of annual annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Family friendly working hours

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Hourly
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1