Blade Inspector

Are you an experienced Aerospace Inspector, Quality Inspector or Mechanical Inspector looking to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer? An exciting opportunity has become available for a Blades Inspector Operative to join a busy quality team inspecting high-precision aerospace components. This role would suit someone with experience inspecting complex precision-engineered parts within an aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment. Working within a modern manufacturing facility, you'll play a key role in ensuring components meet exact customer specifications while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining the highest quality standards. The RoleAs a Blades Inspector Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out dimensional and visual inspections on aerospace components throughout the manufacturing process. Your responsibilities will include: • Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspection of aerospace blades and precision components • Performing detailed dimensional and visual inspections to customer specifications • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T • Using a variety of inspection equipment including:Recording inspection results accurately and completing quality documentation • Micrometers • Verniers • Height Gauges • Shadowgraphs • CMM equipment (where applicable) • Identifying non-conforming products and raising quality concerns • Supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions • Working closely with production and engineering teams to maintain product quality • Following quality procedures, work instructions and health & safety requirements • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the inspection department We're looking for someone with experience as an: • Aerospace Inspector • Quality Inspector • Mechanical Inspector • CMM Inspector • Precision Engineering Inspector • Manufacturing Inspector You'll ideally have: • Previous inspection experience within aerospace or precision engineering manufacturing • Experience inspecting parts within a similar sector • Ability to confidently interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing (GD&T) • Experience using precision measuring equipment • Knowledge of first-off, in-process and final inspection processes • Experience identifying and managing non-conforming products • Excellent attention to detail • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively • A proactive approach to quality and continuous improvement Desirable • FLT Licence or previous FLT experience • First Aid or Fire Marshal training • Previous aerospace quality inspection experience What's on Offer • Permanent position • Stable and growing manufacturing business • Opportunity to work on high-value aerospace products • Overtime available • Shift allowance • Ongoing training and development