Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £18-19 P/H – DAYSHIFT £21-23 P/H AFTERNOON SHIFT About the Role Are you an experienced Quality Inspector with a keen eye for detail and a background in high-precision manufacturing? We are a leading advanced materials manufacturer specializing in technical and precision components. We are seeking a meticulous Quality Inspector to join our team in Birmingham. You will play a critical role in ensuring our high-performance components meet strict dimensional tolerances, aesthetic standards, and precise customer specifications before they leave our facility. Key Responsibilities * No Programming of CMM’s but able to use one. * Dimensional Inspection: Perform first-off, in-process, and final dimensional inspections of complex, high-tolerance components using CMM, optical comparators, micrometers, calipers, and gauges. * Visual & Material Quality: Inspect technical ceramic parts for surface defects, micro-cracks, contamination, and structural integrity. * Documentation & Traceability: Maintain accurate quality records, complete inspection reports, and generate Certificates of Conformity (CoC). * Non-Conformance Management: Identify, log, and isolate non-conforming products (NCRs), working alongside production and engineering teams to assist with root-cause analysis (CAPA). * Calibration Support: Assist in maintaining and managing the calibration schedule for shop-floor measuring equipment and tools. * Process Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield rates and quality control processes. Key Requirements & Qualifications * Experience: Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in a high-precision engineering or manufacturing environment (ceramics, aerospace, medical devices, or precision machining preferred). * Technical Drawing Literacy: Ability to interpret engineering drawings, standard geometric tolerances, and GD&T specifications. * Metrology Equipment: Hands-on experience with standard measuring instruments (micrometers, height gauges) and CMM/optical measurement systems. * Attention to Detail: Excellent visual acuity and high precision mindset given the technical nature of ceramic materials. * Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for writing reports and working across departments. What We Offer * Competitive salary based on experience * Generous holiday allowance * Company pension scheme * Opportunities for training, development, and career advancement * Clean, modern high-tech manufacturing environment