Job Title: Quality Inspector

Location: Blaydon on Tyne

Salary: £14.50 - £17.00 per hour

Job type: Full Time – Permanent.

About Us:

Impress Group established in 1997 is a renowned industry leader employing over 110 staff, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, custom-manufactured components across a diverse range of sectors, including Sub-sea, Oil Gas and Exploration, Rail, Marine, Fastenings, Furniture, Defence, and Aerospace. With a commitment to precision and excellence, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner to our growing client base

Job Description:

We are actively seeking a meticulous and dedicated Quality Inspector to join our team. As a Quality Inspector at Impress Group, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards and specifications.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, with the confidence of working for a company with a long history of profitable growth and ambitious plans for the future.
Working for an agile group with a lean structure, who pride ourselves with staff tenure.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A dynamic and supportive work environment.
The chance to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
The opportunity to make a significant impact within a reputable company.

If you are a self-driven and results-oriented individual with a passion for technical sales estimating, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Impress Group team.

About you:

Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Strong understanding of quality control principles and practices.
Proficiency in using measurement tools and equipment.
Attention to detail and a keen eye for spotting defects and inconsistencies.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
Knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems is desirable.
Capability to communicate with all levels of customers, suppliers and management alike.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office).
CMM experience would be favourable.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough inspections of machined, fabricated, welded, pressed, painted, and laser-cut components to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
Perform first off, patrol, batch and visual inspections, using precision inspection equipment.
Complete First Article inspection reports to various client specifications
Identify and report any deviations, defects, or non-conformities in a timely manner.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records of inspection results and quality documentation, including the updating of our ERP system.
Assist in the development and improvement of quality control processes and procedures.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance product quality and efficiency within an ISO controlled environment.
Communicate quality-related information to relevant stakeholders.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Quality Development Coordinator, Quality Coordinator, Quality Engineer, Quality Inspector, Product Quality Inspector, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Inspector, QA Inspector, Continuous Improvement, Improvement Inspector, Quality Overseer, will also be considered for this role.