Visual Inspector

Elevation Recruitment Group's Skilled Shop Floor Team are proud to be working in partnership with Radius Aerospace in Sheffield, a globally recognised manufacturer supplying precision-engineered components and assemblies to the aerospace and defence industries. With a reputation for quality, innovation and investment in advanced manufacturing technology, Radius Aerospace supports some of the world's leading aircraft and defence programmes.

Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, we are currently seeking an experienced Visual Dimensional Inspector to join their skilled manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking business offering long-term career prospects, modern facilities and the chance to work on high-specification engineering projects within a safety-critical industry.

The successful candidate will carry out visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured components to ensure they meet engineering specifications.
Working from engineering drawings, you’ll use precision measuring equipment to check dimensions and tolerances.
You’ll identify and report defects or non-conformances and accurately record inspection results.
You’ll work closely with production teams to maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and traceability.

Job Overview

Job Title: Visual Dimensional Inspector

Salary: £31,871 + 12.5% Shift Allowance

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Mornings and Afternoons, rotating Weekly

Company Benefits

• 185 hours annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 37 hours each year
• Paid Christmas shutdown
• 37-hour working week, early finish on Fridays, and a four-day week for night shift workers
• Bank Holidays included
• YuLife app, including 24/7 GP access and rewards for healthy activities
• Bravo Benefits, including discounts on shopping and gym memberships
• Salary sacrifice schemes for electric/hybrid cars and critical illness cover
• Free Hot Drink Fridays
• Westfield Health Scheme
• Free on-site parking

 Responsibilities

• Carry out incoming, in-process, and final inspections using height gauges, verniers, and micrometres
• Prepare and maintain accurate inspection reports and documentation
• Support and participate in internal and external audits
• Identify and raise non-conformances, providing feedback to production
• Use part marking equipment and produce data cards/documentation for dispatch
• Promote a quality-focused culture across the shop floor
• Follow SOPs to meet production and delivery targets
• Maintain equipment and ensure a safe working environment

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Quality Inspection role
• Strong understanding of quality standards and processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using a FARO arm
• Background within highly regulated sectors
• Engineering qualification (NVQ or equivalent) (desirable)
• Experience within the aerospace industry