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Job Title: CMM / Mechanical Inspector
Location: Basildon
Salary: £22.80 per hour (including shift allowance)
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Shifts: Two-shift rotation
Early Shift: Mon-Thurs, 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Fri, 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
Late Shift: Mon-Thurs, 1:45 pm - 9:45 pm; Fri, 1:15 pm - 8:45 pmAbout the Role
We are seeking an experienced CMM / Mechanical Inspector to join a leading precision engineering company based in Basildon. You will be responsible for the inspection and verification of high-precision machined components and assemblies, ensuring full compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
Reporting to the Inspection Team Lead, this role is key to supporting both first-off and final inspections within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform first-off inspection of machined components and complex assemblies using CAD data and drawings
Complete final inspection reports and AS9100 First Article Inspection Documents
Maintain knowledge of and adhere to quality assurance requirements and procedures
Record and report non-conforming products to internal and customer standards
Ensure correct calibration of inspection tooling and adherence to traceability processes
Handle materials responsibly to maintain quality throughout the production lifecycle
Provide general Quality Control support as required by production schedulesRequired Skills & Experience
Proven experience inspecting machined components
Hands-on experience operating CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines)
Familiarity with PC-DMIS and/or Zeiss Calypso software (preferred)
Solid understanding of GD&T, SPC, ISO 9001 standards
Proficient in using a variety of inspection tools (CMM, Vision CMM, Shadow Graph, etc.)
Background in machining of aluminium, steel, or titanium parts
Ability to interpret technical results using first principlesPersonal Attributes
Strong decision-making and logical problem-solving abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent time management and communication skills
Quality-focused and deadline-driven mindsetCompany Benefits
Paid overtime (hourly rate)
Pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee)
Life insurance (1x salary)
Private medical healthcare
Prescription protection eyewear
Employee retail discounts
33 days holiday (inclusive of Christmas shutdown)
Opportunities for career growth
Supportive and collaborative team environmentApply Now
If you're a detail-oriented inspector with CMM experience looking to join a high-performing team in a growing precision engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you
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