Quality Inspector - Manufacturing

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Position: Full-time, Permanent

Natoinwide Recruitment Service (NRS) has an exciting new role for a Quality Inspector with a leading global business.

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking for a hands-on role with a dynamic manufacturing business?

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to oversee incoming component inspections and in-process quality evaluations to ensure our standards remain consistently high.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled quality evaluations on incoming components, raw materials, and in-process assemblies.
• Manage component release procedures, ensuring non-conforming materials are strictly contained and documented.
• Raise clear non-conformance reports (NCRs) and collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and logs in line with compliance guidelines.
• Calibrate and maintain measuring tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Support internal and external quality audit activities as required.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector or Quality Control Technician.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Practical expertise using standard measuring tools, gauges, and testing equipment to verify dimensions and material properties.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the business.
• A full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative, quality-focused working environment.

Who This Role Might Suit

This position is ideal for candidates with a background in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, precision engineering, or mechanical assembly.

It may suit professionals who have previously worked in roles such as:

• Quality Control (QC) Technician / QC Inspector
• Goods-In / Incoming Quality Inspector
• CMM Operator / Metrology Inspector
• Quality Engineer
• Line Inspector / Final Inspector
• Mechanical / Precision Assembly Inspector

Location & Commute:

This role is easily accessible from Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Alsager, Congleton, Leek, Stone, Stafford, Market Drayton, and surrounding areas across Staffordshire and Cheshire.

To apply, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant quality control experience.