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Shift Inspector - Days
Job Posted: 21 hours ago
Salary: £ 18.2 - 18.5 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Ensure precision-machined and fabricated components meet customer specifications and quality standards through timely in-process, first-off, and final inspection on the day shift (06:00-16:00, Monday to Thursday).
Key Responsibilities
Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspection of machined/manufactured components.
Read and interpret engineering drawings including tolerances, GD&T, surface finish, and material specifications.
Use a full range of metrology tools such as micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges, and surface plates.
Record inspection results in reports and ERP/MRP systems, maintaining full traceability at all stages.
Raise NCRs and support containment and corrective actions; liaise closely with Production and Quality teams to resolve issues promptly.
Conduct line checks and patrol inspections during production to prevent defects and reduce scrap.
Support FAIR/PPAP and customer quality documentation as required.
Calibrate and maintain gauges, reporting and tagging any out-of-tolerance equipment.
Contribute to 5S, continuous improvement, and safe working practices (H&S).
Provide clear handovers to subsequent shifts and communicate effectively with the Quality team.
Desirable (Advantageous)
Experience using FARO Arm portable CMM and basic PolyWorks reporting.
Familiarity with CMM operation (any brand) and/or blue-light or laser scanning.
Background in precision machining, fabrication, or heavy engineering environments.
About You
A time-served manual machinist or inspector looking to develop further in a detailed inspection role.
Strong understanding of measurement techniques, machining processes, and shop-floor workflows.
Committed to working to ISO 9001 (or similar) with excellent attention to detail and a right-first-time mindset.
A confident communicator able to challenge, collaborate, and help close the loop on quality issues.
Computer-literate (MS Office/ERP/MRP) with accurate and tidy documentation habits.
Qualifications and Experience
Previous experience in a machine shop or precision engineering environment.
Formal apprenticeship or NVQ/City & Guilds in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (preferred).
Evidence of metrology training or CMM exposure (beneficial).
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