Quality Inspector

RECRUIT ENGINEERING LIMITED · Reading, South East

Quality Inspector at RECRUIT ENGINEERING LIMITED, based in Reading, South East, paying £34,000 - £38,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£34,000 - £38,000 per annum
Location
Reading, South East
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
30 Aug 2026
Sector
Quality Engineer

26% below the typical rate for quality engineer

Reference https://www.recruit-engineering.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=2276

About the role

Quality Inspector

Denham | £34,000–£38,000 | Permanent | Days

A globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Denham is looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to join its team. You’ll be inspecting precision components used in aviation safety systems for fighter jets — work where accuracy and compliance are absolutely non-negotiable.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspecting and testing components using height gauges, bore micrometers, DTIs and Intertest equipment

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications

• Generating and maintaining inspection documentation in line with quality assurance procedures

• Using SAP to record work in progress, track component batches and log non-conformances

• Ensuring all inspection equipment is maintained and within calibration

• Identifying non-conformances and communicating patterns or recurring issues to the Cell Leader

• Supporting continuous improvement and 5S activities

• Training and supporting new team members

• Adhering to all H&S regulations including risk assessments and COSHH

 

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 5 years’ inspection experience using height gauges, bore micrometers, DTIs and Intertest equipment

• Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications

• General manufacturing or engineering background

• Strong numeracy and geometry skills

• Basic PC skills and SAP experience

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

• Aerospace background and AS9102 FAIR experience is desirable

• Laser scanning inspection experience is a bonus

 

What’s on Offer

• £34,000–£38,000 per annum

• Days: Mon–Thu 08:00–17:00 / Fri 08:00–12:00

• Strong benefits package

• Genuine progression opportunities

• Long-term stability backed by over a decade of secured contracts

 

This is a permanent role with a respected name in aerospace manufacturing, working on safety-critical components where precision and quality underpin everything produced on site.

 

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Reference: https://www.recruit-engineering.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=2276 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 30 Aug 2026 · Listed via RECRUIT ENGINEERING LIMITED

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