Quality Inspector in Cheltenham

Quality Inspector

Location: Cheltenham
c £35,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking for your next career move? Do you have a keen eye for detail and take real pride in maintaining the highest standards of quality?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business in Cheltenham, where quality, precision and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.

We are looking for a meticulous and proactive Quality Inspector to play a key role in ensuring the quality and compliance of precision winding operations, including rotors, armatures, stators, transformers and bespoke coil assemblies.

Working within a quality-focused manufacturing environment, you will be instrumental in maintaining exacting aerospace standards, supporting supplier quality activities and driving continuous improvement throughout the business.

The Role - What You Will Be Doing

• Inspection & Testing: Carry out first-off, in-process, stage and final inspections, as well as incoming goods inspections, ensuring all products meet the required specifications.
• FAIR Management: Review and approve supplier First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), liaising with suppliers to resolve discrepancies. Prepare and complete Form 3 FAIR documentation for outgoing reports.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and relevant industry standards.
• Non-Conformance Management: Identify and manage non-conforming materials, supporting containment activities, root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Work closely with colleagues across the business to identify opportunities to improve processes, product quality and operational standards.
• Equipment & Calibration: Undertake internal equipment calibration and validation, carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and liaise with external calibration providers.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in a Quality Inspection or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 quality standards.
• Experience working with First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and a methodical approach.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary of c£35,000, depending on experience.
• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Sick pay.
• The opportunity to join an established specialist manufacturing business.
• A varied and rewarding role where your contribution to quality really matters.

Interested? Let's Talk!

If you are passionate about quality, have a background in manufacturing inspection and are ready for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today!

Please send your CV in confidence to:

Jill - (url removed)

Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity in Cheltenham!

PS2