Quality Inspector
Derby
£31,000
Monday to Friday (Days)
Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking for a new challenge? We are recruiting for a Quality Inspector to join a leading manufacturing company in Derby on a Monday-Friday day shift, offering a salary of £31,000.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspection & Testing
* Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
* Use precision measurement tools such as callipers, micrometres, and gauges.
* Conduct functional tests and random in-process checks (including density checks).
* Inspect incoming materials to ensure they meet specifications.
* Carry out Customer Eyes Overcheck inspections and document findings.
Documentation & Reporting
* Maintain accurate inspection records of test results, defects, and corrective actions.
* Ensure shop-floor inspection paperwork is completed and archived correctly.
* Assist in creating and issuing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Prepare and submit quality reports to management.
* Issue internal non-conformance reports where necessary.
Shopfloor Monitoring
* Conduct random checks and audits during production to ensure adherence to quality standards.
* Provide immediate feedback to operators and supervisors regarding quality issues.
* Assist in root cause analysis of defects and suggest corrective/preventive actions.
* Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve processes.
* Ensure proper use of the quarantine process.
✅ Compliance & Training
* Ensure compliance with ISO9001:2015, industry standards, and customer requirements.
* Train production staff on quality standards, inspection procedures, and measurement tools.
* Conduct targeted training on product-specific quality requirements and defect recognition.
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment.
✔ Strong knowledge of inspection techniques, measurement tools, and quality processes.
✔ Ability to identify defects, report deviations, and implement corrective actions.
✔ Understanding of ISO9001:2015 standards.
✔ Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
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