Quality Inspector

Contek are working with a precision engineering client who provide services to the Aerospace & Defence, Space, Oil & Gas, Petro-Chemical, Chemical, Nuclear, Bio-Medical, Automotive, White Goods and General Precision Engineering Industries.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Inspector to join theirGloucester team. Youll be responsible for inspecting precision-engineered parts to ensure they meet customer and industry specifications, across aerospace, defence, oil & gas, and other sectors.

Inspector

• ?? Quedgeley

Gloucester | ?? Part Time (initally) | ?? CNC / Precision Machining

Reports To : General Manager, Gloucester Facility

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their inspection career within a leading precision machining business, with a clear pathway into Quality Control / Assurance roles in the future.

Initially a 4 day week : 6 hours per day.

Key Responsibilities

Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections of machined components.

Use precision measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, CMMs, vision systems).

Record and maintain accurate inspection results.

Identify and report non-conformances, raising NCRs where required.

Report and record scrap parts / issues.

Assist in preparing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).

Support creation of

Quality Plans

and inspection documents for job packs.

Program / operate CMMs and vision systems (training provided if needed).

Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and supervisors to maintain high standards.

Skills & Attributes

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Familiarity with inspection equipment and measurement techniques.

Effective communication skills.

Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn.

Comfortable with MS Excel and Word.

Qualifications & Experience

Apprentice trained or equivalent manufacturing / engineering experience.

Previous experience in inspection or quality-related work (ideally aerospace / precision machining).

Knowledge of Wire / Spark EDM processes (desirable, not essential).

Benefits

Competitive salary / hourly pay

Holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Genuine career progression into full time Inspector / quality associated roles

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