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Quality Control Inspector

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  • Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
  • Permanent,
  • undefined,
  • BBBH9170_1767630797
  • 05/01/2026
Job description

Quality Control Inspector
Competitive + Benefits + Annual Bonus
Welwyn Garden City
Days Only (Mon-Fri)
gap technical are proud to be representing this manufacturing business in their search for a Quality Control Inspector to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City
Performance Objectives
Inspection of Inbound Goods:

  • Verify incoming components, materials, and paperwork against customer specifications, drawings, and purchase orders.
  • Check for raw material certification, supplier Certificates of Conformance (CofC), and compliance with traceability regulations.
  • In accordance with business protocols, reject, quarantine, and report non-conforming products.

Inspection of Dispatch and Final Release:

  • Check completed goods for compliance with customer specifications, drawings, and routings.
  • Before shipping, confirm that the packaging, labelling, and dispatch documentation are all in compliance.
  • Before releasing, confirm that all records are correct and comprehensive by signing off on CofCs.

Inspection in Process:

  • At crucial points in the manufacturing process, perform in-process inspections to verify specification compliance.
  • To guarantee that quality standards are fulfilled, and problems are escalated as soon as possible, collaborate closely with production teams.
  • As needed, create inspection reports and assist with Concessions and RMA's.

General Inspection Duties:

  • Utilize measuring tools like CMMs, callipers, micrometers, height gauges, radius gauges, and thickness gauges.
  • Keep inspection equipment in top shape, making sure everything is functional and properly calibrated.
  • Handle non-conformance reports and get involved in root cause investigations.
  • Adhere to quality procedures (AS9100) and meet both company and customer quality standards.
  • Maintain excellent organization of records, specifications, work areas, and digital data.

Person Specification

  • A-C GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths
  • Recognised quality qualification
  • Experienced in inspection protocols
  • Experienced in aerospace final inspection protocols (Goods In, Dispatch, or In-Process).
  • Competent with inspection equipment and interpreting engineering drawings.
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • Must be computer literate

Desirable

  • Audit trained
  • 3 years' Experience in an Inspection and Aerospace Industry
  • IT proficiency (ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office,).

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Closing Date: 05/02/2026
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