DCS Recruitment
Quality Inspector – Part Time
Location: Hampshire
Hours: 22 Hours per Week
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering and manufacturing organisation producing high-precision mechanical components for critical global applications, delivering advanced technologies for maritime, energy, environmental, and defence sectors.
This is a hands-on part-time quality inspection role within a well-established engineering environment. You will ensure machined parts and assemblies meet strict drawing, specification, and certification requirements.
Working as part of a Quality team, you will inspect in-house and subcontracted components, support root cause investigations, and help maintain high manufacturing standards.
This role offers flexibility through a reduced working week (22 hours), making it ideal for candidates seeking part-time opportunities within a highly technical manufacturing environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Inspect mechanical parts and assemblies from in-house machining and subcontract suppliers
- Use manual inspection tools and 3-axis ABERLINK AXIOM CMM equipment (including programming where required)
- Verify components against engineering drawings, specifications, and certification requirements
- Conduct PMI testing and Chemical Etching as required
- Identify and report non-conformances using internal systems
- Raise reject reports and escalate quality issues appropriately
- Liaise with engineers and suppliers to resolve quality issues
- Support supplier visits and audits when required
- Ensure correct documentation and certification accompanies all components
- Inspect coils, cables, battery packs, and assemblies for visual and functional conformity
- Check labelling, crimp integrity, and basic assembly quality
- Support prototype inspection with design/development engineers
- Maintain inspection equipment and ensure calibration compliance
- Update ERP system (Syspro) with inspection results and quality records
- Prioritise workload based on production and subcontract demands
- Follow all Health & Safety procedures at all times
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Experience in an engineering or manufacturing inspection role
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience using mechanical inspection tools (gauges, micrometers, etc.)
- Exposure to CMM inspection (ABERLINK)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good IT skills (Microsoft Office and ERP systems)
- GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English
DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Experience programming or operating CMM equipment
- Knowledge of precision mechanical / pressure vessel components
- Familiarity with PMI testing or Chemical Etching
- Understanding of ESD requirements
- Experience working with suppliers or supporting audits
- Exposure to electrical sub-assemblies (cables, PCBs, battery packs)
WHY APPLY?
- Part-time opportunity – 22 hours per week
- Salary paid on a pro rata basis
- Join a respected engineering organisation with a strong quality culture
- Work with advanced inspection equipment and precision components
- Play a key role in ensuring product quality and compliance
- Develop CMM programming and advanced inspection skills
- Gain exposure to manufacturing and global supply chains
To apply, please contact Coral at DCS.
INDENG
DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
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