Metrology Inspector (CMM)

QA / Test & Inspection

Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire

FTC, 12 months: £40,000 - £45,000

37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday

The Quality Inspector (CMM) is responsible for verifying that products meet engineering, customer, and regulatory requirements through accurate inspection and measurement activities. The role supports production, NPI, and continuous improvement activities by ensuring product conformity and effective management of non-conforming material.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, edit, and run CMM inspection programs for production and development activities.
• Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections using CMMs and conventional measuring equipment, including verniers and micrometers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to verify product compliance.
• Generate inspection reports and maintain accurate quality records.
• Raise and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), supporting containment and investigation activities.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and product qualification requirements.
• Develop measurement solutions using CMMs and articulated arm equipment where required.
• Support Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Control Plan activities to maintain process capability.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Essential

• Experience programming, editing, and operating CMMs.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Experience using manual inspection equipment such as verniers, micrometers, and gauges.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to follow quality procedures and inspection standards accurately.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Experience with PC-DMIS and/or PolyWorks Inspector.
• Knowledge of Control Plans, SPC, and FAI (AS9102).
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience with articulated arm measurement systems.
• Previous experience within Aerospace, Defence, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.