Quality Inspector (Night Shift)

Location: Byfleet, Surrey (On-site)

About the Role

Our client is a highly respected precision aerospace engineering organisation in the UK, manufacturing complex components and assemblies for the global aircraft industry. Working with major aerospace customers, they are seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to support production quality, customer returns management, and reporting activities.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring that in-process and finished products meet drawing specifications, customer requirements, and internal standards. Depending on experience, inspection activities may include mechanical inspection, CMM operation, and First Article Inspection reporting using Visual FAIR software.

Key Responsibilities - Quality Inspector

Deliver inspection output targets in line with work-to lists
Interpret engineering drawings and specifications, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Verify that equipment used is suitable to achieve customer specifications and report any deficiencies
Confirm job cards are correctly signed and stamped before commencing work
Perform in-process and final inspection of high-tolerance components using GD&T methods and standard metrology techniques (including hand gauges)
Compile First Article Inspection Reports using Visual FAIR
Conduct CMM inspections using DEA Global CMM equipment with PCDMIS software (including running and programming)
Ensure parts are clean and meet quality standards before progressing to the next stageCustomer Service

Manage customer returns and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong working relationshipsAdministration

Accurately document inspection findings and complete operational records
Raise and process NCRs and MRBs as required
Assist with the compilation of monthly quality statisticsQuality

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe inspection area
Ensure correct storage and protection of parts
Verify all components meet drawing and specification requirements and report non-conformancesHealth & Safety

Work safely at all times in compliance with company safety policies
Adhere to PPE requirementsTeam & Collaboration

Liaise across departments to support production schedules
Provide training or coaching to colleagues where required
Follow company policies and procedures
Escalate issues appropriately to management
Participate in team meetings, one-to-ones, and continuous improvement initiativesAdditional Duties

Act as a first aider or fire warden on a rotational basis (if trained)
Undertake any other reasonable duties required by the businessPerson Specification - Essential

Valid right to live and work in the UK
Minimum 3 years' inspection experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Proven experience using GD&T methods and shop mathematics (including trigonometry)
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
Strong communication skills and ability to build positive working relationships
Professional, proactive, and accountable approach to work
Flexible to meet business needs, including occasional overtime or travel
Strong team player with a collaborative mindsetDesirable

Aerospace industry experience
Experience with Visual FAIR software
CMM inspection experience using PCDMISWhat Our Client Offers

Opportunity to work within a high-precision aerospace environment
Stable, long-term career prospects
Collaborative team culture
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Quality Inspector / Aerospace / Quality Inspection / Aviation

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent