Quality Inspector
Proactive Global
Waterbeach · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£31,000 – £32,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire
Category
Manufacturing/Surveying
Role: Quality Inspector
Location: Waterbeach
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 - Negotiable
Proactive are currently in search of an experienced Quality Inspector for a well know manufacturing company based in Waterbeach. As a Quality Inspector you will be required to ensure that products are inspected to the correct requirements, specifications and materials as agreed with the customer. In addition, you will support departments within the business and ensure the products supplied are manufactured in conformance with the relevant design data and specifications.
Essential
Ability to use measuring equipment such as rulers, callipers, gauges or micrometers to inspect, test and measure product. (Essential)
Strong proficiency in reading technical engineering drawings
Previous history and knowledge of FAI processesGeneral and Task Management
To approve product to drawings and customers supporting documentation.
To provide assistance and support within the business regarding product conformance.
Operate singularly or as part of a team that makes the most effective use of inspection resource.
To record non-confirming product in a descriptive manner to assist the Quality Assurance Engineers.
Conduct internal audits within departments.
Understand FAIR process to AS9102.Key Performance Measures
First pass yield / parts inspected
AS9100 AS9102 requirements
Agreed departmental KPIs
Experience of working with customer drawings and supporting documentation to ensure correct manufacture and
Experience of conducting internal departmental audits
Experience of regulatory document recording
Good working knowledge of Quality procedures.
Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing quality systems would be desirable
Understanding of FAIR process to AS9102How to Apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or
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