Quality Inspector

Description:

Quality Inspector required in Tewkesbury, Salary: £12.80 per hour plus 20% shift allowance on rotating shifts (equivalent to approximately £29,286 per annum based on a 40-hour week), Contract: Permanent, Hours: Weekly Rotating Shifts (06:00-14:30 / 14:00-22:30).

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector with a keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining high standards? Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in Tewkesbury that supplies into demanding and quality-critical sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company offering long-term career stability, ongoing training and the chance to work within a modern manufacturing environment where quality is at the heart of everything they do.

Job DescriptionWorking within the Final Inspection department, you will play a key role in ensuring products are delivered on time, to specification and to the highest possible quality standards. You will work closely with both Quality Assurance and Production teams, carrying out detailed inspections and supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing process.

This position would suit someone with previous quality inspection experience who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in producing accurate results and is committed to maintaining exceptional quality standards.

Role and Responsibilities
Carry out final inspection of finished products, including visual and dimensional inspections

Support quality objectives by working closely with QA and production teams

Assist with in-process inspections when manufacturing issues arise

Communicate quality concerns, non-conformances and concessions to relevant teams

Identify, record and report defects and failure modes

Generate quality documentation and inspection reports, including AS9102 First Article Inspection reports where required

Accurately maintain inspection records and quality documentation

Ensure products meet customer specifications and company quality standards

Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment

Support continuous improvement activities to improve quality and reduce waste

About You
Previous experience as a Quality Inspector or within a similar quality-focused manufacturing role

Strong attention to detail and a quality-first mindset

Experience carrying out visual inspections and identifying cosmetic defects

Confident using measuring equipment such as verniers and micrometers

Good report writing and communication skills

Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work

Ability to maintain high standards whilst working under pressure

Desirable Experience
Experience generating AS9102 First Article Inspection reports

Manufacturing, engineering or electronics industry experience

Experience working within highly regulated manufacturing environments

Familiarity with Visual FAIRs software or Optical CMM systems

Essential Requirements
GCSE Maths, English and Science at Grade C/4 or above

Ability to work weekly rotating shift patterns

Flexibility to work overtime when required

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Customer-focused approach with a positive, can-do attitude

What's on Offer
Permanent position with long-term career prospects

£12.80 per hour basic rate

20% shift allowance on afternoon shifts

Equivalent annual salary of approximately £29,286

Weekly rotating shift pattern

Training and development opportunities

Modern manufacturing facility

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunity to work within a quality-critical manufacturing environment

Stable and reputable employer

Interested?
To apply or find out more, contact Pertemps Gloucester:

Unit A4, Elmbridge Court
Cheltenham Road East
Gloucester, GL3 1JZ

Call (phone number removed), Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00