We are currently recruiting for a client based in the Burnley area who are looking to recruit a Quality Inspector on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Inspector works as part of a well-established quality department. Responsible for supporting the inspection function of the department carrying out 'first off' and final inspections and batch inspection of precision machined parts.

Duties include the following:

* Carry out inspection duties, including operating and programming CMM's and a variety of manual precision measuring equipment.

* Carry out first off and final inspections.

* Support continuous improvement exercises and help improve policies and procedures.

* Ensure all components are conforming to drawing tolerances.

* Communicate and work with other members of the team.

* Complete NCR reports and log issues following company procedures.

* Ensure equipment is calibrated and fit for purpose.

* Work with production teams to ensure issues are accurately addressed in a timely manner.

* Work closely with Quality engineers to provide information and Data to assist in CA and RCA activities.

EXPERIENCE:

* Experience of precision engineering and assembly operations, equipment and capabilities is highly desirable.

* Excellent working knowledge of CMM machinery is essential.

* Programming knowledge of CMM would be desirable.

* Working knowledge of precision measuring equipment is essential (Micrometers, Vernier's etc.)

* Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings is essential.

* Ability to understand and interpret customer specifications.

* Experience working with Quality Management Systems (QMS.

* PC literate - capable user of Office 365 applications.

* Experience of MRP and ERP systems, use of IFS is desirable.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:

* A proactive thinker with an abundance of common sense and a 'can do' attitude.

* Good communication and organization skills and the ability to work well within a 'team-working' environment.

* Previous experience in a precision engineering inspection role.

* Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints including engineering drawings and specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience.

* HNC/HND advantageous but not essential.

Hours of work :

* Monday - Friday 40 hours a week with an early finish Friday

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Pension

* Healthcare scheme

* Life assurance

* Bonus scheme

If you feel you have the right experience for this vacancy then please apply immediately